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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.

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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.

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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!

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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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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 Funding Opportunities Small Business Support Allied Member Services The Point Main Street Insurance 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.

Overview News & Stories Events & Opportunities Subscribe
Woman and girl at a festival booth in Kendall Whittier, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Kendall Whittier — Tulsa, Oklahoma © Kendall Whittier Main Street

Get Involved

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

Overview Join Us Renew Your Membership Donate Partner With Us Job Opportunities

Annual Report Hand-Outs

These sample annual reports show how you can condense key impact stats into a single page to use for marketing and outreach. Published by Lawrenceburg Main Street and Indiana Main Street.

  • People Management and Work Planning
  • Fundraising and Finance
February 6, 2024
Historic Main Street during a street fair with vendors and people walking around; a large American flag waves in the foreground
Sample Document

Bonus Episode 3: Featuring Season 1 Guests

In this episode, you'll hear from small business owners from our first season who make connecting with their community a top priority.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
January 10, 2024
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Podcast

Sponsorship Single Ask

Thibodaux Main Street implemented a single-ask to potential sponsors for its annual events. Rather than approaching sponsors several times per year, the single-ask approach simplifies sponsorships for both the sponsors and the Main Street organization.

  • Fundraising and Finance
January 10, 2024
People walk under historic balconies in downtown Thibodaux, LA

Thibodaux, LA © Abigail LaCombe Photography

Sample Document

Bonus Episode 1: Featuring Season 1 Guests

Learn how local entrepreneurs have leveraged the power of a Main Street community to establish, maintain, and grow their ventures.

  • Small Business & Entrepreneurship
December 20, 2023
A woman smiles and speaks to customers while selling goods in an outdoor market.
Podcast

Determining Main Street Boundaries

Use this resource to guide your efforts to established or re-draw the boundaries of your downtown or neighborhood commercial district. Published by Texas Main Street Program.

  • Real Estate and Property Development
  • Public Space and Infrastructure
December 15, 2023
A bunch of maps laid out on a table
Article

Volunteer Engagement Toolkit

A collection of resources and worksheets to help you improve your nonprofit volunteer program.

  • People Management and Work Planning
December 6, 2023
Downtown with historic buildings
Toolkit

Main Street Approach Toolkit

Get the resources to understand this proved method for downtown and neighborhood district revitalization.

  • The Main Street Approach
December 6, 2023
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Toolkit