Although the Gretna Economic Development Association has ben in existence for many years, our affiliation with the Gretna Bingo Palace began just a couple of years ago. Weekly bingo games have become an integral part of our fund-raising efforts and have provided much needed funds that are used for economic development in the City of Gretna.

The primary purpose of GEDA is to:

1. Improve the business climate within the City of Gretna as well as provide a vehicle to assist in the development of new business.

2. Promote and encourage tourism along with enhancing the knowledge of local residents and potential tourists.

3. Encourage and promote housing development with the City of Gretna.

4. Act as liaison between the community and state, local and federal governments to identify needs and potential solutions.

One of the many uses for funds from bingo is the Gretna Heritage Festival. from the time GEDA took over the project, the festival has grown three-fold. Now a two-and-a-half day event, the festival brings in thousands of people to listen to good music and eat good food. Although bingo funds help pay for some of the costs operating the festival, the benefits have a snowball effect as some of the festival vendors are local organizations who earn funds for their clubs through sales of food and drink. The Gretna Heritage Festival is held the first weekend in October.

The Gretna Economic Development Association has sponsored numerous beautification projects like the sprinkler system and seasonal plants on Gretna Blvd.

Anyone interested in joining GEDA is welcome to attend the meetings which are held on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30PM at the Gretna Police Department, 200 Fifth St., Gretna, LA. Everyone is also invited to join GEDA's bingo on Sunday's at 1AM.

 

Bingo Game Time: Every Sunday at 1AM
Game Format: Speed Bingo