Question 1

How does GatherScout help downtown businesses?

Accepted Answer

GatherScout increases event awareness and foot traffic, helping connect more residents with local businesses and downtown activities.

Question 2

Does this replace our calendar or newsletter?

Accepted Answer

No. GatherScout works alongside your existing marketing tools to increase visibility and attendance for downtown events.

Question 3

How much staff time does it take?

Accepted Answer

Minimal. You add an event by pasting its web address and the card builds itself. Messages are automated from there.

Question 4

Can patrons unsubscribe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, anytime. Sign-up is opt-in only, and we never sell or rent patron information.

Question 5

Do patrons need to download an app?

Accepted Answer

No. Residents receive standard text messages and tap a link to see full details. Nothing to install.

Question 6

Can local businesses be featured in messages?

Accepted Answer

Yes. GatherScout can highlight local merchants, dining specials, retail promotions and, downtown events.

Question 7

Why use text messaging?

Accepted Answer

Text messages reach residents instantly and are far more likely to be interacted with than social media posts or email newsletters.