Community Building and Partnerships
Use this toolkit from Colorado Main Street to guide you as you develop new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships to drive your community-based efforts.
Richmond, California © Ellen Gailing
Construction Mitigation Plan
Construction can be very disruptive for downtown businesses. Use this sample mitigation plan to help you develop your own strategy to assist your downtown businesses during a construction project. Published by Cumberland Main Street.
Main Street Guide for Property Development
This guide from the Washington Main Street Program provides a primer than Main Street programs can use as they approach property development and real estate management.
Marion, Iowa. © Eagle View Partners
Guidelines on Flood Adaptation for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings
Main Street communities can use these guidelines to increase the flood resiliency of their historic downtown assets. Published by National Park Service.
Rebuilding to Healing
Watch this webinar to learn how historic downtowns and commercial districts are rebuilding after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supporting the Creation & Growth of Businesses in Our Communities
Learn how to connect entrepreneurs of color with resources, grants, and loans to support sustainable economic growth.
Downtown Design Guide
This guide from Main Street Alabama explores how design relates to urban planning, construction, storefronts, existing assets, public space, art, and building codes.
Anti-Racism Resources
As community organizations, it is important for Main Streets to stand against racism and bigotry. This toolkit is designed to give you an understanding of the history of our country, the key tenants of allyship, and the ways that your organization can help reduce injustice.
Richmond, CA © Ellen Gailing
Increasing Your Main Street’s Financial Stability
Learn how to convert your engaged supporters into active donors to provide financial stability for your organization. Published by Oregon Main Street.
Fund Development Toolkit
10 essential pillars of fund development that will lead your organization through the process of understanding your sustainability, organizing your development team, and choosing the best development tactics to raise funds. Published by Michigan Main Street.
Skowhegan Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development Plan
A sample entrepreneurial ecosystem development plan to support small business creation and sustainability. Published by Skowhegan Main Street.
Sjowhegan, ME
Main Street Facades
It is important for Main Streets to understanding the architectural features of their historic assets. This hand-out provides an introductory overview of different façade elements like windows, transoms, columns, and awnings. Published by Nebraska Main Street Network.
