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Main Street programs need a strong organizational foundation to effectively serve their communities. Photo by Carlsbad Village Association.
Thriving Main Streets are built upon a strong foundation — and every foundation needs regular tune-ups to meet the ever-evolving needs of your program and community. The start of a new year is the perfect time to strengthen your understanding and practical knowledge of Organization principles, board management, and lasting leadership. This month, we invite you to focus on your foundation with these recent blogs and resources focused on Organization!
Use this composition matrix to understand the current makeup of your board of directors, identify strengths and gaps, track tenure, and align each individual's unique skills and qualities with your workplan.
Metuchen, New Jersey. Photo by Lauren Beischer.
Main Street America has partnered with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to explore the impact of the Capital Absorption Framework in Main Street communities in Virginia and Wisconsin.
Learn practical, hands-on strategies to develop and maintain a strong volunteer pipeline.
Our grantmaking team shares their advice to help you run a successful grant program and expand your impact in your community.
Thriving Main Streets are built upon a strong foundation—and every foundation needs regular tune-ups to meet the ever-evolving needs of your program and community. The Main Street America Academy is here to help! This month, we invite you to focus on your foundation with this curated suite of courses, learning opportunities, and resources.
Kent, Ohio. Photo by EmiLee Hartman
Visitor data is an essential tool for Main Streets to understand market forces and make strategic decisions. Learn how Saline and Lapeer, Michigan, are leveraging visitor data to recruit businesses and drive investment.
Strong boards build strong Main Streets. But how do you develop and sustain effective governance, shared leadership, and accountability structures? Our Strong Boards for Sustainable Leadership course is here to help! Get a jumpstart on your 2026 organizational goals with this transformative course starting January 14.
Get tools, templates, and strategies to foster board leadership. Photo by monkeybusinessimages
