Staff Spotlight: Reflections from the Global Entrepreneurship Congress
Joi Cuartero Austin, Gustavo Ustariz, and Wendy Otero attended the Global Entrepreneurship Congress and shared their takeaways.
Main Spotlight: Plug-In Spaces — How Main Street Businesses Are Rewiring Civic Life
Learn how plug-in spaces promote social connections and foster community and connection.
Save the Date for These Can’t-Miss Summer Learning Opportunities
From honing foundational best practices and approaches to diving into the latest trends and techniques, the Main Street America Academy's suite of summer learning opportunities has something for everyone.
T‑Mobile’s Hometown Grants Program Announces Nearly $18M in Lasting Impact Across 400 Communities Nationwide
T-Mobile recently announced its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients, bringing the total number of communities impacted to 400 across 48 states and one U.S. territory.
Main Spotlight: Supporting Vibrant Economies with the Equitable Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Initiative
Nine lessons learned from the Equitable Entrepreneurial Ecosystems pilot program.
Community Spotlight: Building Partnerships to Support Small-Scale Manufacturing in Elgin, Illinois
Learn how Elgin Downtown Neighborhood Association worked with Recast City to grow their small-scale manufacturing ecosystem.
Main Spotlight: Building Resiliency for Hurricane Season
June marks the beginning of hurricane season. Here are six things you can do to help prepare your community for the impacts of a natural disaster.
Program Spotlight: Introducing Our Innovation Division and Cultivating a Future-Focused Network Mindset
Main Street America is excited to introduce the Innovation Division and share some of our key focus areas and upcoming projects.
Coming Soon: Main Street America Academy
The future of Main Street learning is almost here, and it starts with a bold new chapter. Coming in July 2025, the Main Street America Academy will provide practical, engaging, and flexible educational experiences designed for local leaders and practitioners.
Main Spotlight: The LGBTQ+ Community’s Role in Economic Vitality
LGBTQ+ business owners, workers, and customers have a significant impact on local economies. Learn how your community can foster belonging to support more inclusive economic growth.
Advocacy Spotlight: Federal Policy Issues Affecting Main Streets
Main Street America is monitoring several federal policy issues that may impact Main Streets, including the proposed federal budget, HTC-Go, and funding for State and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices.
Main Spotlight: Understanding Vacancy and What You Can Do About It
Vacant properties are a significant problem for many Main Streets. Understanding the causes and leveraging incentive programs and regulatory changes can help create a more vibrant district.
