The Main Street Approach
A guide examining how to create or enhance a sustainable commercial district revitalization effort using the Main Street Approach.
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A guide examining how to create or enhance a sustainable commercial district revitalization effort using the Main Street Approach.
Vital updates to the The Main Street Approach to improve community revitalization and economic development in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.
Use this template to create a memorandum of understanding you can use with partner organizations.
An overview of non-profit insurance options from the National Trust Insurance Services.
Watch this webinar to learn tips and best practices for applying for federal funding to support historic preservation and downtown revitalization.
A look at the connection between the wellbeing of residents and the vitality of communities and explore the wide range of design elements and tools available that will lead to more active, accessible and connected Main Streets. Published in State of Main.
Ed McMahon explores the key characteristics of successful downtowns. Published in State of Main.
Boston, MA
Learn about the important role that Main Street America programs have to play in building inclusive communities.
Insights from across the network on how to lead your Main Street program. Published in State of Main.
Independent makers and manufacturers are helping to fuel a renaissance in downtowns and commercial districts, harnessing renewed interest in locally produced materials and experiential shopping. Published in State of Main.
Watch this webinar to learn how cities and Main Streets can cultivate partnerships with local higher education institutes to advance strategic goals.
Watch this webinar to learn how to implement an effective annual appeal to raise community donations for your non-profit.