The Village@ The Grove: A Vision for North Green Capital Campaign: Invest in the Village

Our Promise: This is Not Charity. This is Community Ownership.

 

The Vision: From Underutilized to Unstoppable

The Grove @ 1105 North Greenwood is not just a construction project; it is a place-based economic engine designed to transform the landscape of North Greenwood. By repurposing shipping containers into a vibrant, culturally rooted small-business village, the Clearwater Urban Leadership Coalition (CULC) is breaking down the traditional barriers that have long sidelined local entrepreneurs—high commercial rents, prohibitive build-out costs, and limited access to financing.

This initiative is a bold commitment to visible revitalization and measurable local impact. It creates a dedicated home for retail and food-service innovation, activates community gathering spaces, and strengthens the commercial identity of North Greenwood as a premier destination for commerce, culture, and connection.

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Addressing the Need: Why Now?

For too long, historic disinvestment and concentrated poverty have limited the commercial opportunities available to North Greenwood residents. Emerging business owners in our community need more than just a storefront; they need visibility, technical support, and an ecosystem that fosters growth.

The Grove model addresses these challenges head-on:

• Affordability: Small-format container retail significantly lowers entry costs and shortens development timelines.

• Shared Success: By providing shared infrastructure—including utilities, seating, and technology—we reduce the operating burden on individual tenants.

• Cultural Identity: This is a branded village that celebrates legacy and neighborhood pride, creating a destination that is both economically productive and culturally meaningful.

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Investment Framework: The $100,000 Community Goal​

Our capital campaign is focused on the critical elements that will turn this site into a thriving community hub. Your investment directly supports the following key areas​

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Expected Community Impact

The success of The Grove @ 1105 will be measured by the prosperity of its people. We anticipate:

1.Business Stabilization: Providing affordable, visible space for 10+ small businesses to launch and grow.

2.Job Creation: Generating local income tied directly to tenant activity and village operations.

3.Site Revitalization: Turning a strategic North Greenwood site into a beacon of intentional placemaking.

4.Wealth Building: Fostering long-term community wealth through economic infrastructure rooted in local identity.

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Giving Tiers & Recognition

We invite you to join us at a level that reflects your commitment to the future of North Greenwood.

•Founder's Circle ($10,000+): The highest level of partnership. Includes prominent recognition in all campaign materials, VIP ribbon-cutting participation, and premium permanent signage within the village.

•Village Builder ($5,000): Be a cornerstone of our growth. Includes placement on the recognition wall, social media spotlights, and a feature in our annual impact report.

•Legacy Partner ($1,000): Leave a lasting mark. Includes an engraved brick or permanent recognition element and an invitation to our exclusive opening celebration.

•Friend of the Grove ($250–$500): Show your support. Includes digital recognition on our donor appreciation listing and regular project updates.

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When you support The Grove @ 1105, you are not just making a donation; you are helping create a launch platform for local businesses and a renewed center of activity for our neighbors. This is an investment in the economic infrastructure of North Greenwood.

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Join the movement. Invest in the village.