Put your money where your heart is with the Strabane Gift Card
2 December 2025
As the festive season approaches, the message from Strabane town centre is clear: Put your money where your heart is’, and the Strabane Gift Card is the perfect way to treat loved ones and support local business this Christmas.
With the number of participating businesses now surpassing 80 local retailers, services and hospitality venues, the Strabane Gift Card continues to grow as one of the strongest community-driven shopping initiatives in the region.
The beauty of the Strabane Gift Card lies in its versatility. It is genuinely the gift of choice, offering something for everyone - from those who love a cosy coffee shop treat to the practical shopper stocking up on groceries. Whether someone needs new tyres, wants to enjoy a family meal out, or is inspired to refresh their home décor, the Strabane Gift Card can be spent across a diverse range of sectors. The wide choice is exactly what makes the card such a popular choice for Christmas gifting, birthdays, employee rewards and “just because” gestures.
But beyond offering an unbeatable variety, the Strabane Gift Card plays a deeply important role in supporting the local economy. Every pound spent on a card is a pound that stays in the town, circulating among independent businesses, supporting local jobs, and helping sustain the unique character and vibrancy of Strabane’s high street.
Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor Ruairí McHugh, said: “Strabane has always been a town with community at its heart, and the Strabane Gift Card is a perfect example of that spirit in action. It not only offers people real choice and value, but it also ensures that their spending directly supports our local businesses and the livelihoods they sustain.
“This initiative shows what can be achieved when our business community and local residents work together, and I would encourage everyone to ‘put your money where your heart is’ this Christmas. By choosing the Strabane Gift Card, you’re giving a gift that strengthens the town, supports local jobs, and helps keep Strabane’s high street vibrant for the future.”
Michael Kelly, Vice-Chair of Strabane BID, said: “The growth of the Strabane Gift Card to over 80 participating businesses shows the confidence and unity within our town. When people choose the Strabane Gift Card, they’re doing more than giving a present - they’re choosing to support local families, local jobs and the future of our town.
“The buy-in from Strabane’s businesses has been incredible. Every new business that joins the scheme strengthens our town centre offering and gives customers even more choice.
“The Strabane Gift Card is a powerful tool that helps businesses attract new customers, increase footfall and stay connected to the local community. The support from business owners shows a real confidence in the scheme and a commitment to working together to build the local economy.”
The success of the scheme is a testament not only to its popularity among residents but to the extraordinary enthusiasm shown by the business community. From long-established family businesses to new independent start-ups, entrepreneurs across Strabane have embraced the initiative as a practical and effective way to attract customers and boost footfall throughout the year.
Buying the Strabane Gift Card is simple. Cards are available to purchase directly at O’Neills Sportswear, or online at www.lovestrabane.com. For added convenience, shoppers can also load their own gift card at SuperValu Strabane, making it easy to pick up a gift while doing the weekly shop.