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.
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.
Tell us your Main Street success story and how you leverage the Main Street Approach to catalyze people-led positive change in your community for the chance to be recognized as a Great American Main Street. Apply by July 11.
Main Street America is pleased to announce that 1,172 programs across the country have achieved designation as Main Street America programs in recognition of their commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™.
Learn how Thomasville, Georgia, activates its storefronts each spring with a rose-themed window decorating contest.
The Backing Small Businesses grant program, supported by American Express, is now accepting applications for a round of Disaster Recovery grants. Grant funds will support locally significant and economically vulnerable small businesses that have been impacted by the California Wildfires and other FEMA-declared disasters on or after January 1, 2024. Businesses can apply for one of 100 available $10,000 grants to support their recovery efforts.
The results of our Spring 2025 Small Business Profiles Survey show increasing economic anxieties among Main Street business owners across the country.
Eight communities have been selected to receive the 2025 Small Business Accelerator grants, in partnership with The Hartford.
The Historic Tax Credit Growth and Opportunity Act would open opportunities for Main Streets to access funding to rehabilitate historic buildings.
Data from the past year and updates on our building inventory tool, the Building Opportunities on Main Street Tracker
