Community Revitalization

Is your town's economy in decline? Are your local businesses losing engagement? Many of them could thrive with the right grant programs. No matter what challenges your business district is facing, we have the expertise to conduct comprehensive studies, surveys, and collaborative plans that can drive meaningful solutions. Let us help revitalize your community!

If your town is fantastic but more people need to learn about it, we can help! Our specialty is creating a new brand, understanding the market and which audiences need to be informed, and drafting messaging and a strategy to promote your town, an event, or an attraction more effectively.

Every community has dreams and visions but often lacks the necessary funds to bring them to life. We are here to help you identify funding opportunities for your project and assist you with the application process. Together, we can turn those dreams into reality!

Is your community interested in becoming a Main Street community? We can guide you through the necessary groundwork before you apply. With nearly two decades of experience collaborating with the Michigan and National Main Street Centers, we will help you establish a strong foundation for your Main Street program, setting you up for long-term success.

Is your town walkable? Do you think you have a "parking problem?" Could an underutilized alley be reimagined into something vibrant and fun? Are historic properties falling into disrepair? Whatever element that makes up the physical and visual components of your town that you wish to see improved can be - and with your active involvement, we can help guide you to solutions that are within reach.

Since the pandemic, the general public has become disengaged from local politics and, frankly, apathetic. We can happily assist and facilitate any initiative you wish to garner more public participation in! 

Becoming a Redevelopment Ready Certified Community through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation is a long and often tedious process. This can place a significant burden on the staff of small municipalities, who may already be stretched thin and unable to take on additional tasks. GD Placemaking can assist by helping you complete the necessary requirements, allowing your community to achieve certification and enjoy the benefits that come with this designation.

Are most people involved in your local government collecting Social Security benefits? Would you like to engage younger individuals in your community's development but aren’t sure how to inspire their interest? After successfully creating and running a "Junior Main Street" program for eight years, our team has the expertise to help you connect effectively with younger community members for a meaningful and rewarding outcome.