Register: Advocating for Your Local Main Street Budget
Gain the tools, knowledge, and strategies you need to champion your program with confidence.
Marion, Iowa © Tasha Sams
We work in collaboration with thousands of local partners and grassroots leaders across the nation who share our commitment to advancing shared prosperity, creating resilient economies, and improving quality of life.
Emporia, Kansas © Emporia Main Street
Made up of small towns, mid-sized communities, and urban commercial districts, the thousands of organizations, individuals, volunteers, and local leaders that make up Main Street America™ represent the broad diversity that makes this country so unique.
Chicago, Illinois © Main Street America
Looking for strategies and tools to support you in your work? Delve into the Main Street Resource Center and explore a wide range of resources including our extensive Knowledge Hub, professional development opportunities, field service offerings, advocacy support, and more!
Waterloo, Iowa © Main Street Waterloo
Your one-stop-shop for all the latest stories, news, events, and opportunities – including grants and funding programs – across Main Street.
Kendall Whittier — Tulsa, Oklahoma © Kendall Whittier Main Street
Join us in our work to advance shared prosperity, create strong economies, and improve quality of life in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.
Sykesville, Maryland. © Downtown Sykesville Connection.
This year’s survey continues our focus on the reality of Main Street leadership in 2026, exploring critical topics related to your organizational health, board support, and staffing. We’re eager to hear about your big wins from 2025, the challenges you faced over the past year, and your priorities and needed resources for 2026. We’ve also included questions on special topics and emerging issues related to AI, community projects, and the measurement and communication of program impact.
Your participation is essential. The data collected directly informs our national advocacy efforts and helps us develop the programs and tools you use every day. By sharing 15 minutes of your time, you ensure your community is represented in the story of the Main Street network.
Please note: One response per organization. The survey closes on Wednesday, January 28.
Gain the tools, knowledge, and strategies you need to champion your program with confidence.
Join the conversation about how Main Street programs can strengthen trust, belonging, and connection within their communities.