Why We Need to Invest in Transformative Placemaking
An article from State of Main describing the need for place-led economic development that produces strong economic outcomes for communities.
Michigan Volunteer Toolkit
Build a strong volunteer program with these five key areas: identifying volunteers, recruiting volunteers, orienting volunteers, monitoring volunteer activity and retaining volunteers.
Hastings, NE © Molly Kluver
Downtown Washington, Inc
Learn how Downtown Washington, Inc, one of Missouri's first Main Streets has used design to transform their downtown district to promote downtown retail and drive investment.
Natchitoches Main Street
Learn how Natchitoches Main Street transformed this historic Louisiana town into a magnet for small businesses and investment.
Livermore Downtown, Inc
Learn how Livermore Downtown, Inc, has transformed this northern California city in a regional destination for dining, shopping, and culture.
Laramie Main Street Alliance
Learn how Laramie Main Street Alliance is transforming this Wyoming town and bringing new vibrancy to the downtown core.
H Street Main Street
Learn how H Street Main Street in D.C. is transforming the community by bringing in new businesses and investment.
Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and the Role of Commercial Districts
A comprehensive guide to local small business support to encourage entrepreneurs and create a vibrant downtown commercial district.
Measuring Impact for Main Street Transformation
A practical framework to collect, assess, and communicate impact data to deepen your impact and improve your ability to serve your community.
Leading Main Street
Learn the five of these key attributes of successful Main Street leaders with insights and examples from across the Main Street America network. Published in State of Main.
