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Marion, Iowa © Tasha Sams

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We work in collaboration with thousands of local partners and grassroots leaders across the nation who share our commitment to advancing shared prosperity, creating resilient economies, and improving quality of life.

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Made up of small towns, mid-sized communities, and urban commercial districts, the thousands of organizations, individuals, volunteers, and local leaders that make up Main Street America™ represent the broad diversity that makes this country so unique.

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Looking for strategies and tools to support you in your work? Delve into the Main Street Resource Center and explore a wide range of resources including our extensive Knowledge Hub, professional development opportunities, field service offerings, advocacy support, and more!

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Your one-stop-shop for all the latest stories, news, events, and opportunities – including grants and funding programs – across Main Street.

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Join us in our work to advance shared prosperity, create strong economies, and improve quality of life in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.

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Three Main Street America Staff members standing in front of a mural in Marion, Iowa.

Marion, Iowa © Tasha Sams

About

We work in collaboration with thousands of local partners and grassroots leaders across the nation who share our commitment to advancing shared prosperity, creating resilient economies, and improving quality of life.

Overview Who We Are How We Work Partner Collaborations Our Supporters Our Team Job Opportunities Contact Us
Two community members in Emporia Kansas pose with a sign saying "I'm a Main Streeter"

Emporia, Kansas © Emporia Main Street

Our Network

Made up of small towns, mid-sized communities, and urban commercial districts, the thousands of organizations, individuals, volunteers, and local leaders that make up Main Street America™ represent the broad diversity that makes this country so unique.

Overview Coordinating Programs Main Street Communities Collective Impact Awards & Recognition Community Evaluation Framework Join the Movement
Dionne Baux and MSA partner working in Bronzeville, Chicago.

Chicago, Illinois © Main Street America

Resources

Looking for strategies and tools to support you in your work? Delve into the Main Street Resource Center and explore a wide range of resources including our extensive Knowledge Hub, professional development opportunities, field service offerings, advocacy support, and more!

Overview Knowledge Hub Field Services Government Relations Main Street Now Conference Main Street America Institute Small Business Support Allied Member Services The Point Members Area
People riding e-scooters in Waterloo, Iowa

Waterloo, Iowa © Main Street Waterloo

The Latest

Your one-stop-shop for all the latest stories, news, events, and opportunities – including grants and funding programs – across Main Street.

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Woman and girl at a festival booth in Kendall Whittier, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Kendall Whittier — Tulsa, Oklahoma © Kendall Whittier Main Street

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Join us in our work to advance shared prosperity, create strong economies, and improve quality of life in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.

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Invest in the Future of Main Street

Main Street America is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to inclusive and resilient neighborhoods and local economies. Your support helps us lead a national movement to make this vision a reality. 

Check out ways to support our efforts by using the links below.


Donate

Your donation will help us create new programs and resources to ensure that everyone has access to an inclusive and resilient Main Street — a place that has a thriving local economy, is distinctive and rich in character, and features welcoming spaces and diverse businesses for residents and visitors alike. Main Street America is a registered 501(c)(3) and all gifts are tax-deductible.


Corporate Partnerships

Main Street America has partnered with a range of nationally recognized corporations to deliver grants and technical services to support thriving local economies and inviting public spaces. We have been proud to partner with a variety of leading companies, including American Express, Brother, eBay, GoDaddy, The Hartford, Meta, U.S. Bank, and many more. Main Street America can work with your company to develop a customized partnership program. Find a list of our current partners and supporters here.


Conference Sponsorship

Main Street Now is the largest nationwide gathering of commercial district revitalization professionals in the U.S., drawing local economic development and revitalization leaders from small towns, mid-sized cities, and urban neighborhood business districts for an immersive networking and learning experience. Sponsoring the Main Street Now Conference is a highly visible, cost-effective way to reach community leaders and partners as they foster new ideas and solutions for preservation-based revitalization.


Planned Giving

Help secure the future of the Main Street movement by including Main Street America in your estate plans. The endowment funds you donate from your will or trust can be restricted to any purpose you choose consistent with the mission and needs of Main Street America. Your commitment will be a permanent investment in the sustainability of Main Street America. If you intend to include Main Street America in your estate plans, we hope you will let us know. We can provide valuable information about a variety of options that you can then discuss with your professional advisors. If you are interested in making a planned gift, please fill out this form.

For all legal purposes, please refer to our organization as:

National Main Street Center53 W. Jackson, Suite 350, Chicago, IL 60304

Tax ID#: 46 – 1405965

Or you can print our suggested language for naming Main Street America in your will and bring it to your meeting with your attorney.

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Valley Junction — West Des Moines, Iowa © Historic Valley Junction

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Main Street America members are the lifeblood of the Main Street movement. Join this powerful network to gain access to valuable information and resources that make your job easier, and connect with peers in the commercial district revitalization field.

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