Business Member Information and Registration
One thing vibrant cities have in common is a healthy and lively urban core. DGI invites the public to discover what Goshen’s commercial district has to offer. DGI partners with locally owned businesses to draw thousands of visitors and community members downtown on a regular basis.
| Dates and times | DGI hosts a number of events and promotions throughout the year. First Fridays times are generally from 5 – 9 PM |
| Location | Downtown District: The downtown commercial district extends from Pike to Madison Streets (north to south) and 2nd to 5th Street (west to east). |
| Info | dgi@cityonthego.org or 574-312-9922. (EMAIL IS BEST) Please keep in mind that First Fridays staff and volunteers only work a few hours a week. We kindly ask for your understanding if we cannot respond right away. |
REGISTER or RENEW MEMBERSHIP FOR 2012!
Businesses and organizations located inside the Downtown District are welcome to join in the collaborative effort to preserve and promote Goshen’s vibrant downtown by becoming members of DGI/First Fridays.
Rules and Guidelines
- Even if you have participated in the past, you must complete an application for 2012. DGI will confirm your participation via e-mail with a Membership Certificate.
- You must have a physical business or organization located in the downtown district to become a DGI/First Fridays member.
- Members must agree to be open – every month – throughout the year, during First Fridays hours from 5 – 9 PM.
- Registration Deadline: October 30 is the deadline to register to be in 2012 print material. You may register to be listed on the website at any time
Annual Member Benefits
Annual member fees cover your supply of DGI brochures, listing on the DGI / First Fridays web site, a banner to mark your location, all general media promotion on regional arts and entertainment calendars, and press releases to regional medial.
Special Advertising Promotions
DGI’s marketing team will also develop special DGI/First Fridays group promotions and events throughout the year. DGI may require an additional fee to participate in special promotions to cover the additional organization, printing, advertising, and design costs. We also require a minimum number of 10 businesses to do a group promotion.
Businesses (Outside The Downtown District)
If your business/organization is located outside the downtown commercial district and you would like to participate in DGI/First Fridays events, please see us about sponsorship opportunities.
Food Vendors (Outside The Downtown District)
Registration
New Business Member Registration Form
Current members, log in to renew your membership.