SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT
DSI helps downtown Springfield's small businesses - the heart and soul of the neighborhood - in a variety of ways. From connecting businesses to important resources to securing grants and advocating for the neighborhood, DSI is hard at work to make downtown better for everyone.
Small business owners are welcomeand encouraged to schedule a meeting with DSI or drop in to our office! We're happy to have you downtown and are here for you!
Local bank INB is the premier supporter of Downtown Springfield Inc. For a limited time, when your business checking account is switched to INB, you can earn exclusive INB rewards!
The Downtown Springfield Gift Card has many of your favorite retailers, restaurants, services and entertainment in one place. Use the , gift card at all participating locations in the city — there is truly something for everyone! See more details here!
UIS SMALL BUSINESS DISCOUNTS
The University of Illinois Springfield is thrilled to collaborate with DSI in creating a list of business partners that will offer exclusive discounts to anyone with a University of Illinois Springfield iCard (university ID). Participating businesses will receive a small window decal to indicate the availability of these perks (ex. free cookie, 10% discount, etc). Additionally, your business will be promoted at events such as new student orientation and to faculty and staff.
The Isringhausen DRIVE Grant was created to help local entrepreneurs establish new businesses in downtown Springfield. The sizable cash grant helps the entrepreneurs cover remodeling, inventory, equipment, advertising, and/or other start-up related costs during their first year.
Isringhausen has long been a cornerstone of the downtown Springfield community, and is excited to help a new generation of local entrepreneurs achieve their dreams.
The DRIVE Grant helps strengthen DSI’s commitment to increasing economic and cultural vitality in Springfield’s historic downtown.