What We Do
Downtown Greensboro Inc. (DGI) is the driving force behind the economic, social, and cultural vitality of our center city
Our Impact
Downtown’s influence reaches far beyond our 100 blocks — generating $4+ billion in annual economic impact statewide and $90+ million in direct public benefit. DGI partners with Block-by-Block to support a dedicated team of hospitality ambassadors—your on-the-street resource for visitor support, cleanliness, safety, and outreach. This past year alone, ambassadors assisted more than 93,000 people downtown.
Our Services
Every day, our team works to make downtown the premier place to live, work, play, and invest through services that include:
Downtown By The Numbers
DGI VISITORS
Downtown Greensboro welcomed more than 9.3 million visits last year—with an average daily population of 21,597 people in our center city. DGI-hosted events draw 1.6 million+ visitors every year, boosting foot traffic, revenue, and visibility for downtown businesses. Major annual events include:
Did You Know?
Nearly 60% of DGI’s funding comes from the Business Improvement District, with the remaining 40% powered by private fundraising—fueling programs that directly support downtown growth and prosperity.