Building a Stronger Future for Grant County
Driving economic growth, supporting business success, and strengthening the communities we call home.
Who We Are
Grant County Development Corporation (GCDC) works to advance the long-term economic vitality of Grant County. We partner with businesses, investors, local governments, and community leaders to support growth, attract investment, and strengthen the local economy.
Our mission is straightforward: to drive strategic development that supports businesses, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity—today and for the future.
What We Do
Business Development & Expansion
Supporting entrepreneurs and existing businesses through growth, expansion, and investment. We provide access to financing tools, local partnerships, and business support services that help companies start, expand, and succeed in Grant County.
Workforce & Talent Initiatives
Advancing development through site readiness and strategic infrastructure investment.
Our focus on industrial land development, utilities, and long-term planning helps position Grant County for new business attraction and sustainable growth.
Industrial & Infrastructure Growth
Strengthening the workforce by connecting employers with talent.
We support workforce recruitment, training, and community initiatives that help employers grow and residents thrive.
Together, we build what’s next
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Your investment fuels strategic development that attracts new businesses, supports existing industry, and grows our regional tax base—ensuring a stable and thriving economy for decades to come.
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Funding helps develop the tools, programs, and infrastructure needed to recruit talent, retain workers, and support employers in meeting workforce demands—strengthening both current and future job growth.
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Your support accelerates key initiatives such as housing, childcare, and community development that make Grant County an exceptional place to live, work, and invest—driving population and business growth.
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Your contribution helps unlock additional state, federal, and private funding—multiplying every dollar invested to advance larger-scale projects and accelerate progress across Grant County.
We are leading a county-wide capital campaign to expand our capacity, strengthen local infrastructure, and accelerate development across Grant County. Your investment helps drive the projects and progress that keep our communities moving forward.
Let’s Build the Future of Grant County—Together Whether you’re looking to invest, expand your business, or get involved in shaping our community’s growth, we’re here to support your vision.
Contact us.
Traci E Stein, CEDFP
Executive Director
grantcountydevelopment@gmail.com
1001 East 4th Avenue
Milbank, SD 57252
Office: 605-438-4232
Cell: 605-237-9491