Why Should You Work With GPDI?
We're all about RURAL!
GPDI boosts job creation, spurs economic development and improves the quality of life in Southwest Kansas! We wear many hats, by providing financing, loan packaging, and business assistance to individuals, businesses, and government agencies. Our purpose is to stimulate economic development within our 28-county region. We also assist cities and counties with community improvement, housing and urgent need grant writing, and certified grant administration.
We are your "GO-TO" Connection for Southwest KS!
Through multiple local, state and federal partnerships, we have connections to many resources that can meet your needs. Some of the groups we work with include city and county governments, local banks, NetWork Kansas, Kansas Department of Commerce, Kansas SBDC for business planning, EDA, SBA, and USDA.
Benefits of a GPDI Partnership
Financial Institutions
- Reduced risk
- Financial options
- Generate new business
- Extend legal lending limits
- Build job creation and retention
- Broaden community tax base
Small Business
- Hassle-free loan package prepared by experienced GPDI staff
- Multiple sources that fit financial needs
- Assistance in preparing your business plan to present to lenders for loan application
Cities and Counties
- Complete grant/loan packages
- Updated information on select programs
- Participant in Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for our region