November 26th is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. We know that businesses need our support now more than ever as they continue to navigate, retool and pivot from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. GU is encouraging shoppers and the greater Germantown community to support small businesses in our neighborhood this holiday season and into the New Year, asking folks to share their favorite businesses with friends, discover a new business,…
Introducing Virtual Zoom Office Hours
Are you interested in connecting with Germantown United CDC to receive assistance in completing grant and loan applications, finding available resources for your business, or just getting answers to general business concerns? Join GU on Zoom for virtual business hours every Tuesday and Thursday where you will be able to speak one-on-one with the Business Development Manger regarding your business concerns. New to Zoom? Scroll down to view a step by step video tutorial on how to download the app…
We Are Here: COVID-19 Community Update
We hope this message finds you healthy and safe during this crisis. The city has been grappling with community spread of COVID-19 in Philadelphia for over two months now. We need to be vigilant and keep taking precautions to prevent spread of the infection to our families, friends, and neighbors here in Germantown. Germantown United CDC is compiling resources available to help our community sustain the COVID-19 pandemic. As a service to residents and the local business community, we have…
Germantown United CDC to assist Maplewood Mall businesses during construction
During the Maplewood Mall Reconstruction project access to the businesses on the street, and the general unsightliness of a construction site, may be a hindrance to businesses’ ability to attract customers and foot traffic. Germantown United CDC is contracted to advertise the Mall as “open for business” during construction and will be providing marketing and advertising support specifically to businesses on the Mall. The marketing campaign will feature professionally designed and customized materials, including: Print brochures/postcards/flyers Sign fabrication and installation…