What Are Ithaca Hours?

Ithaca Hours are a local currency. It’s money that makes Ithaca strong by building wealth and strengthening relationships among neighbors. Since Ithaca Hours can only be spent with others who accept Ithaca Hours, their value to the community multiplies every time an Ithaca Hour is spent, because they stay right here.

Where Can I Get Them?

You can get Ithaca Hours at Alternatives Federal Credit Union and at many local businesses that accept Ithaca Hours, such as GreenStar Natural Foods Market and the Ithaca Bakery. Getting Ithaca Hours is easy. For every $10 you exchange, you get one Ithaca Hour, and they are available in several smaller denominations.

Where Can I Spend Them?

Generally, Ithaca Hours can be spent any way that U.S. dollars can be spent. Just find other people who use them. Many local businesses that accept Ithaca Hours can be found in our online directory, along with their acceptance policies. But people in your neighborhood may accept them too, at yard sales, or for services such as babysitting or snow shoveling.