Downtown Greensboro Inc. to Enhance Vibrancy of Downtown Storefronts
with $25,000 Duke Energy Foundation Grant

Greensboro, NC – Downtown Greensboro Inc. was awarded $25,000 from the Duke Energy Foundation to support a new small business grant program to enhance the vibrancy of downtown storefronts.
 
“Thanks to this generous grant from the Duke Energy foundation, we will be able to directly support business owners in revitalizing storefronts and contributing to the overall dynamic vibe of Downtown Greensboro,” said Zack Matheny, President and CEO of Downtown Greensboro Inc. “We are excited about this opportunity to further boost business growth and to promote the prosperity of downtown enterprises.”
 
With this funding, Downtown Greensboro Inc. plans to launch the Vibrancy Grant Program to motivate and encourage business owners to enhance the vibrancy of their downtown storefronts. The program will offer financial support of up to $2,500 to cover various expenses to improve services, expand commercial opportunities and enhance the visual appeal of downtown storefronts.
 
“At Duke Energy, we’re proud to partner with local organizations like Downtown Greensboro Inc. to help revitalize main streets and to support the small businesses that are key economic drivers for our communities,” said Hank Henning, Local Community Relations Manager for Duke Energy. “We look forward to seeing how these investments in our local communities contribute to a dynamic and thriving downtown.”
 
More details about applying for the Vibrancy Grant Program will be made available in the coming weeks with the program launching on September 9.