The term ""shop local"" is taking on a high-tech meaning in Littleton. A new reward program in the city is aimed at encouraging shoppers to support small and locally-owned businesses. It's through a program and app called ""Open Rewards."" It rewards customers when they make purchases at local shops, specifically in Littleton. As a new business owner, Dave Mayo is looking for any advantage he can to bring people into his shop, Littleton Meats. He opened the business in November. Now, his business is also one of nearly 160 participating in the ""Open Rewards"" program. ""As being a new business, it's great exposure for us. I think it's one of the coolest programs that I've seen,"" said Mayo. When a customer downloads the app, they can then upload their receipts from local purchases. Customers can then earn 5% back. The city funded $40,000 for the program. ""It's not coming out of these small businesses pockets, and it's amazing,"" said Mayo.