SWIFTT benefits southwest Rockford residents by:
- Listing area businesses on SWIFTT's website
- Having the Fifth Ward Marketing Committee promote the southwest's diverse cultural areas
- Neighborhood block clubs
- Business expansion and development advocacy
- Beautification of streets and common areas
- Increasing customer traffic for business
- Being a medium to address individual and community needs
- Providing access to local businesses and community leaders
- Offering loan information and affordable printing services