Buoy Local® is a mobile app-based rewards program that rewards users for shopping locally with rewards points to redeem and spend at participating locally-owned businesses, keeping more money in our communities. To get started, simply follow the instructions below and begin earning rewards points at your favorite local spots!
All Buoy Local businesses offer 1 point for every $1 spent. You can find all participating businesses in the Buoy Local app* or our online directory. Rewards points can be redeemed for “Buoy Bucks” (100 points = $1), which will then be refunded to your linked card the next time you shop at a participating business.
Learn more about Buoy Local and read our frequently asked questions here.
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Get Your Card
Simply grab your Bangor Savings Bank Debit Mastercard®.
If you don't have a Bangor Savings Bank debit card, visit your closest Maine or New Hampshire Bangor Savings Bank branch to open a checking account and receive your card instantly at most locations, or you can open a checking account online and have a debit card sent to you.
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Download the Buoy Local App*
Find the Buoy Local app* in the App Store® or Google Play. Download and get started. It’s fast, friendly, and easy to set up!
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Connect Your Card
If you have a Bangor Savings Bank debit card, link it to the app*.
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Start Earning Reward Points
Use your Bangor Savings Bank debit card any time you shop at a participating business at the register, over the phone, or on their online storefront or take-out system and earn reward points.
Get Started with Buoy Local!
Earn Points for Online & Phone Transactions
Earn points on your purchases at participating businesses whether you shop online, use order ahead/takeout systems, make over-the-phone transactions, or shop in person.
Find Participating Businesses
Use the Buoy Local app* to find businesses near you that are a part of the Buoy Local program while on-the-go or visit our Buoy Local business directory.