Tip $2 Project
Mapping Pittsburgh's Economic Ecosystem
Follow the journey of $2 bills through Pittsburgh's small businesses. This citizen science project reveals economic patterns while connecting students and local entrepreneurs via encouraging and tracking tips of $2 bills,

by Dr. Mark Lennon

Project Overview
Distribute $2 Bills
Students receive $2 bills to spend at local businesses.
Support Local
Bills circulate through Pittsburgh's small business ecosystem.
Track Movement
Participants log each transaction via our website unknown link and gain free access to biz eBooks and Blog
Analyze Impact
Data reveals economic circulation patterns in our community.
How to Participate
Access the Web App
Visit unknown link on any device. No download needed.
Spend a $2 Bill
Receive or spot a $2 bill at a local business.
Submit a Report
Log the transaction details and location - Access FREE biz eBooks
Watch It Travel
See how your bill connects across Pittsburgh's neighborhoods.
Web App Features - coming soon
Simple Reporting
Log transactions in under 30 seconds. Auto-location detection makes submissions quick and accurate.
Interactive Map
Watch bills travel in real-time. Filter by neighborhood, business type, or time period.
QR Code Scanning
Businesses can display codes for instant reporting. One quick scan records your transaction.
Submit a $2 Bill Report
Enter Business Name
Select from dropdown or add a new local business.
Confirm Location
Auto-detected or manually pin on the map.
Specify Purchase Type
Food, retail, services, or other categories.
Add Optional Comment
Share your experience or note about the business.
Live Tracking Map

University District
Tracks flow from campus into surrounding neighborhoods.

Small Businesses
See which local spots are community economic hubs.

Bill Movement
Follow routes as bills pass between neighborhoods.

Time Patterns
Observe how spending changes throughout the week.
Benefits for Participants
3.5x
Visibility Boost
Businesses see increased foot traffic.
75%
Customer Return Rate
Participants often revisit businesses they've discovered.
100%
Access to FREE
Biz Education eBooks & Blog
Join the Movement
Ready to track Pittsburgh's economic ecosystem? Visit unknown linkto get started today! Gain FREE access to our exclusive money education resources. Never a cost, but always a benefit to you and the community!