Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Greensburg Community Development Corporation GCDC ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://thinkgreensburg.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Business Directory](https://thinkgreensburg.com/business-directory/) - [Greensburg Business & Professional Association Business Directory](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-business-professional-association-business-directory/) - Click below to view the the Greensburg Business & Professional Association (GBPA) business directory found on their website. Business Directory Link - [2024 Greensburg Development Conference](https://thinkgreensburg.com/2024-greensburg-development-conference/) - There were three main panels talking about everything from development plans currently ongoing in the city, to testimonials from current developers, and information on future grants and incentives for developing property in Greensburg. The event was held at the Seton Hill University Performing Arts Center downtown Greensburg (100 Harrison Ave., Greensburg, PA 15601). Networking started ## Pages - [Home](https://thinkgreensburg.com/) - Discover Greensburg, Pennsylvania - Where business, community, and opportunity thrive - Explore resources, incentives, and success stories - onate today! - [2026 Greensburg Development Conference](https://thinkgreensburg.com/2026-greensburg-development-conference/) - 2026 Greensburg Development Conference The Missing Middle: Housing Innovation in Greensburg The Greensburg Community Development Corporation is pleased to announce the return of the Greensburg Development Conference on Tuesday, October 13, 2026! This year, the Greensburg Development Conference will focus on The Missing Middle: in-demand, market-rate housing opportunities within mixed-use development. Sponsors are needed! Sponsor - [2026 Hometown Hero Banner Project](https://thinkgreensburg.com/2026-hometown-hero-banner-project/) - 2026 Hometown Hero Banner Program The 2027 Hometown Hero Banner applications will open in January 2027. Watch here for more details. Greensburg Hometown Hero Banner program FAQ's How long can I participate in the Greensburg Hometown Hero banner program? Banners are able to be part of the program for a total of three (3) years. - [2025 Hometown Hero Banner Project](https://thinkgreensburg.com/hometown-hero-banner-project-2025/) - 2025 Hometown Hero Banner Program The 2025 Hometown Hero Banner applications are closed. Details and guidelines on our Hometown Hero Banner program are available by viewing our guidelines document below. If you would like to participate in the 2026 program, please fill out the interest form found at the bottom of this page. *All banner - [Small Business Saturday 2025](https://thinkgreensburg.com/small-business-saturday/) - Small Business Saturday is November 29, 2025! The Downtown Greensburg Small Business Saturday Bingo Card is a collaborative effort between the GCDC, GBPA, and Downtown Greensburg Project to support our small businesses during the American Express' Small Business Saturday. Happening this year on Saturday, November 29! *You can pick up a bingo card at any - [50th Anniversary of GCDC](https://thinkgreensburg.com/50th-anniversary-of-gcdc/) - The Greensburg Community Development Corporation is Golden & Growing! GCDC turns 50! Thursday, November 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Tickets are $50 each and can be purchased by clicking the link below. Register to attend GCDC's 50th Anniversary Celebration! The Greensburg Community Development Corporation (GCDC) has been supporting Greensburg businesses and the community for 50 years! - [2025 Greensburg Development Conference](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-development-conference-2025/) - Join top leaders at the Greensburg Development Conference 2025. Explore growth opportunities, network, and shape the future of Greensburg’s economy. - [Facade Improvement Program](https://thinkgreensburg.com/facade-improvement-program/) - Enhance and Improve Façades Here at GCDC, we prioritize supporting property owners, merchants, and residents as they take the steps to revitalize their building's appearance. We encourage virtually all efforts to improve the street appearance of Greensburg's business and commercial façades. Restore, Renovate, or Create We aim to provide financial assistance for any approved project - [2023 Hometown Heroes](https://thinkgreensburg.com/hometown-hero-banner-project-2023/) - Please click the image above to view the entire program booklet. Thank you. Previous Years 2022 Hometown Heroes - [2024 Hometown Heroes](https://thinkgreensburg.com/hometown-hero-banner-project-2024/) - Previous Years 2023 Hometown Heroes 2022 Hometown Heroes - [Shop Small Business Saturday 2023](https://thinkgreensburg.com/small-business-saturday-2023/) - Click to open and download a PDF Previous Years 2022 Small Business Saturday - [Small Business Saturday 2024](https://thinkgreensburg.com/small-business-saturday-2024/) - Celebrate Small Business Saturday in Greensburg on November 30th! To make shopping small even more exciting, the Greensburg Community Development Corp. (GCDC), Downtown Greensburg Project, and Greensburg Business & Professional Association are pleased to bring back the Small Business Saturday Bingo Card! There are 25 participating shops on the bingo card, all from Greensburg. Here - [Greensburg Active Transportation Plan](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-active-transportation-plan-2024/) - The City of Greensburg received grant funding through the WalkWorks Program to develop an Active Transportation Plan during 2024 to 2025. WalkWorks is a collaboration between the Pennsylvania Downtown Center and the PA Department of Health. The funding was provided by the State Physical Activity and Nutrition Grant and the Preventative Health and Health Services - [Small Business Saturday 2022](https://thinkgreensburg.com/small-business-saturday-2022/) - SHOP SMALL We challenge you to SHOP Greensburg this holiday season. Find everything you need in our downtown business district. Look below to participate in the 2022 SHOP SMALL Bingo and chance to win a gift card to a local business! JOIN THE EVENT What does it mean to Shop Small? NationalCelebration American Express created - [2022 Hometown Heroes](https://thinkgreensburg.com/hometown-hero-banner-project-2022/) - 2022 Hometown Heroes Celebration - [Contact](https://thinkgreensburg.com/contact/) - Get in touch with Think Greensburg. Connect with our team to explore business opportunities, resources, and support in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. - [About](https://thinkgreensburg.com/about-2/) - GCDC Mission Statement GCDC advances economic vitality, smart development, and cultural integration. We achieve these through public-private partnerships and community-based solutions. GCDC Vision Statement We are the leader in making the City of Greensburg a thriving and prosperous community. - [2024 Greensburg Development Conference](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-development-conference/) - Tuesday October 8, 2024 Greensburg Development Conference There were three main panels talking about everything from development plans currently ongoing in the city, to testimonials from current developers, and information on future grants and incentives for developing property in Greensburg. The event was held at the Seton Hill University Performing Arts Center downtown Greensburg (100 - [Greensburg Neighborhoods](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-neighborhoods/) - Residential Neighborhoods of Greensburg, PA 15601 Each Greensburg neighborhood has its own distinct character. The residential neighborhoods contain primarily larger, older homes that often feature unique architectural detail and a construction quality that equals or exceeds that of most new developments. Families and older individuals represent the core population in the residential neighborhoods, while younger - [GCDC Contributions](https://thinkgreensburg.com/gcdc-contributions/) - GCDC ~EST 1975~ The GCDC is a private, non-profit 501c3 organization established to assist with the development of downtown Greensburg. For nearly 50 years, GCDC has obtained dilapidated properties for redevelopment, secured land for new structures, and helped to attract new businesses to the City. The mission of the GCDC is to assist the City - [Site Master Plan -- Former Advanced Furniture Building in Greensburg](https://thinkgreensburg.com/site-master-plan-former-advanced-furniture-building-in-greensburg/) - Former Advanced Furniture Building Greensburg Community Development Corp. (GCDC), has hired Strategic Solutions, a consultant out of Pittsburgh, to support the development of a vacant lot in the City of Greensburg. The lot inquestion is located at 225 South Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601 (parcel # 10-04-03-2-027). The lot iscurrently owned by the Westmoreland County - [Greensburg Development Conference 2023](https://thinkgreensburg.com/city-greensburg-development-conference/) - This event is free and open to the public. To RSVP, please follow this link --> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/greensburg-development-conference-tickets-681057570527 We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to our Main Street Level Sponsors for their generous support of this event: Architecture Design Collaborative Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. Fotorecord Progressive Property Investments, LLC S&T Bank Seton Hill - [Quarterly Newsletters](https://thinkgreensburg.com/quarterly-newsletters/) - Interested in Spotlighting your Business? Click the button below to fill out the application form to be in our upcoming newsletter and featured on the GCDC website. Click Here GCDC Quarterly Newsletters Our Quarterly Printed and Emailed Newsletter reaches 6,000 individuals including all businesses within the 15601 zip code, mid to high-end developers, contractors, and - [Business](https://thinkgreensburg.com/business/) - [Property Map](https://thinkgreensburg.com/city-greensburg-development-conference-2/) - [GCDC Facade Guidelines](https://thinkgreensburg.com/229241-2/) - Next Step! Review our official guidelines, print out your checklist, and review Greensburg's Design Guidelines. Facade-Grant-Application-Guidelines_2020Download Facade-Program-Project-Check-List_2021Download City-of-Greensburg-Design-GuidelinesDownload - [Greensburg Business Incentive Programs](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-business-incentive-programs/) - Greensburg Business Incentives The Greensburg Community Development Corporation, the City of Greensburg, and our development partners offer incentive programs to recruit new business and redevelop properties within downtown Greensburg. To be eligible, projects must fall within the boundaries defined for the program and meet specific criteria. Facade Improvement Grant Program Through state and local funding, - [Community](https://thinkgreensburg.com/community/) - [Greensburg Developer Incentive Programs](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-developer-incentive-programs/) - The Greensburg Community Development Corporation, the City of Greensburg, and our development partners offer developer incentive programs to recruit new businesses and redevelop properties within downtown Greensburg. To be eligible, projects must fall within the boundaries defined for the program and meet specific criteria. Incentive Programs for Commercial Property Owners Local Economic Revitalization Tax Abatement - [Projects](https://thinkgreensburg.com/projects/) - [Greensburg History](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-history/) - Greensburg History Founded in 1799, Greensburg remains the cultural, government, and legal center of Westmoreland County. The neighborhoods of the City are diverse with each possessing a distinct charm. Families and older individuals represent the core population with a growing number of younger individuals and college students choosing to live in the downtown area. The - [Donation Confirmation](https://thinkgreensburg.com/donation-confirmation/) - [pdb_receipt] - [Donation Failed](https://thinkgreensburg.com/donation-failed/) - [pdb_payment_failed] - [Shop](https://thinkgreensburg.com/shop/) - [Cart](https://thinkgreensburg.com/cart/) - [woocommerce_cart] - [Checkout](https://thinkgreensburg.com/checkout/) - [woocommerce_checkout] - [](https://thinkgreensburg.com/facade-improvement-grant-program/) - Facade Improvement Grant Program Commercial properties located within Greensburg’s Downtown and Gateway Districts are eligible for grants of up to $5,000 to improve their exterior façades. The program provides financial assistance in the form of matching grants to complete building or storefront renovation/restoration projects. The 2021/2022 program has been funded by a generous grant from the - [GCDC](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-community-development-corporation-gcdc/) - Greensburg Community Development Corporation About GCDC - [Greensburg Business Resources](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-business-resources/) - Business Resources & Contacts Business owners benefit from a variety of free and fee-based resources and services in Greensburg or Westmoreland County that can assist with business permits, site approvals, business start-up consulting, secondary lending, business assistance grants, and much more. Contact the GCDC if you need assistance identifying or locating a specific service. Greensburg - [CITY OF GREENSBURG COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE - SHAPE GREENSBURG](https://thinkgreensburg.com/elementor-227525/) - The Greensburg Community Development Corporation is proud to be a part of the City's efforts to update its 14-year-old Comprehensive Plan. Titled Shape Greensburg, the comprehensive plan's goal is to develop a highly collaborative, user-friendly document that can be used by City leaders, staff, business owners, developers, and residents to guide decision-making and development to - [Greensburg Restaurant Week](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburgrestaurantweek/) - GREENSBURG RESTAURANT WEEK In 2019, the Greensburg Community Development Corporation (also known as Think Greensburg) launched the inaugural Greensburg Restaurant Week. Due to its tremendous success, it has become a yearly event, taking place twice per year. Greensburg Restaurant Week is week-long celebration of Greensburg's diverse restaurant scene, created to highlight the numerous dining options - [Downtown Greensburg Home for the Holidays](https://thinkgreensburg.com/homefortheholidays/) - Downtown Greensburg Home for the Holidays Shop Greensburg, the Greensburg Community Development Corporation (aka GCDC/Think Greensburg), and the Downtown Greensburg Project have teamed together to host Downtown Greensburg's Home for the Holidays. The event kicks off on Saturday, November 20th with the much anticipated return of the City of Greensburg Annual Holiday Parade, followed by - [Holiday Window Unveiling - Making Merry Memories](https://thinkgreensburg.com/holidaywindowunveiling/) - Holiday Window Unveiling - "Making Merry Memories" Shop Greensburg and Think Greensburg will host a Holiday Window Unveiling on Monday, November 22nd from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, where participating retailers will decorate their storefronts for the holiday season as a nostalgic nod to years past. This year's theme has been dubbed "Making Merry Memories". The - [Home for the Holidays Celebration](https://thinkgreensburg.com/downtown-greensburg-home-for-the-holidays-celebration/) - [Greensburg Business Lease Space Availability](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-business-lease-space-availability/) - Space for Lease Downtown Greensburg has a diverse mix of buildings that contain space available for lease. The composition is primarily retail and office with some raw space within renovated buildings. The Greensburg Community Development Corporation can provide you with current information on properties available in downtown Greensburg, along with basic specifications and contact information - [Greensburg Developer Resources](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-developer-resources/) - Developers will benefit from a variety of free and fee-based resources and services provided by organizations within the City or Westmoreland County. The types of resources include business start-up consulting services, secondary lending, and business assistance grants and services include assistance with business permits and site approvals. Contact the GCDC office if you need assistance - [Greensburg Economic Data & Stats](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-economic-data-stats/) - Greensburg Economic Data & Stats Greensburg Economic Data & Community Data Greensburg is growing and so is the Greensburg economic data available. Business owners and residents continue to move to the area, making it a great place for new ventures to thrive and investments to achieve a favorable return. As the county seat, Greensburg is - [greensburg-development-sites](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-development-sites/) - Sites & Structures Greensburg contains a variety of sites and structures available for purchase. The Greensburg Community Development Corporation can help developers and investors identify structures or lots that suit your specifications, including those not yet listed with a real estate agency. Our relationship with property owners and knowledge of downtown will prove beneficial when - [Greensburg Community Resources](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-community-resources/) - Community Resources & Contacts Greensburg residents have access to a host of resources and services (many of them free) in Greensburg and Westmoreland County. Provided here is an alphabetical list of the community resources that are most often needed by new and prospective residents. If you need assistance identifying or locating a specific service, just - [Downtown Greensburg Profile](https://thinkgreensburg.com/downtown-greensburg-profile/) - Downtown Greensburg Profile Greensburg Community Development CorporationAshley Kertes,Executive DirectorOur Address101 N. Main StreetSuite 105Greensburg, PA 15601Phone724-689-0040Emailgcdc@thinkgreensburg.com Cultural & Shopping District Profile Greensburg is a perfect balance of trendy and refined. The City’s Cultural and Shopping Districts present their offerings in a seamless blend of urban architecture, enhanced streetscape, artistic flair, and unique experience. Taken in - [Greensburg Business Opportunities](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-business-opportunities/) - Greensburg Business Opportunities Downtown Greensburg is an eclectic mix of historic and trendy. A vibrant cultural district, a strong commitment by the City to urban renewal, a thriving shopping district, and a growing population all combine to create a renewed energy in downtown Greensburg. While residents support the downtown, Greensburg businesses are not reliant on - [Adopt-A-Planter Program](https://thinkgreensburg.com/adopt-a-planter-program/) - Shop Greensburg and the Greensburg Community Development Corporation encourage businesses, individuals, and volunteer organizations to consider adopting the planters along S. Pennsylvania Avenue in Downtown Greensburg. By working together, we can greatly enhance the City’s appearance for businesses, residents and visitors alike. Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the program are listed below. - [COVID-19 Relief Main Street Jump-Start Program Application](https://thinkgreensburg.com/covid-19-relief-main-street-jump-start-program-application/) - [forminator_form id="226000"] - [Developers](https://thinkgreensburg.com/developers/) - Developers - [GCDC Developer Opportunities](https://thinkgreensburg.com/gcdc-developer-opportunities/) - Commercial Property Map GREENSBURG-DEVELOPMENT-SITES Greensburg Business Incentives - [Hotel Feasibility Study Findings](https://thinkgreensburg.com/hotel-feasibility-study-findings/) - n 2017, the City of Greensburg and the Greensburg Community Development Corporation (GCDC) hired Tripp Umbach, a strategic consulting service, to conduct an updated hotel feasibility study for a potential hotel in downtown Greensburg. After assessing regional hotel market supply and demand, conducting an analysis of the proposed site, completing interviews with local key business - [Greensburg Developer Opportunities](https://thinkgreensburg.com/greensburg-developer-opportunities/) - The Greensburg Community Development Corporation understands the fundamental elements of commercial development projects: return on investment (ROI) and risk. The GCDC helps developers and investors locate an opportunity to make money, complete a project with minimal barriers, and reduce the level of investment risk to an acceptable point. Read on to learn more about Greensburg ## Categories - [Business Directory](https://thinkgreensburg.com/category/business-directory/) - [Development Conference](https://thinkgreensburg.com/category/development-conference/)