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Three Main Street America Staff members standing in front of a mural in Marion, Iowa.

Marion, Iowa © Tasha Sams

About

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.

Overview Who We Are How We Work Partner Collaborations Our Supporters Our Team Job Opportunities Contact Us
Two community members in Emporia Kansas pose with a sign saying "I'm a Main Streeter"

Emporia, Kansas © Emporia Main Street

Our Network

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.

Overview Coordinating Programs Main Street Communities Collective Impact Awards & Recognition Community Evaluation Framework Join the Movement
Dionne Baux and MSA partner working in Bronzeville, Chicago.

Chicago, Illinois © Main Street America

Resources

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!

Overview Knowledge Hub Field Services Government Relations Main Street Now Conference Main Street America Institute Small Business Support Allied Member Services The Point Members Area
People riding e-scooters in Waterloo, Iowa

Waterloo, Iowa © Main Street Waterloo

The Latest

Your one-stop-shop for all the latest stories, news, events, and opportunities – including grants and funding programs – across Main Street.

Overview News & Stories Events & Opportunities Subscribe
Woman and girl at a festival booth in Kendall Whittier, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Kendall Whittier — Tulsa, Oklahoma © Kendall Whittier Main Street

Get Involved

Join us in our work to advance shared prosperity, create strong economies, and improve quality of life in downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts.

Overview Join Us Renew Your Membership Donate Partner With Us Job Opportunities
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Join hundreds of community leaders, Main Street directors, and economic development thought partners from around the nation at the 2024 Main Street Now Conference in Birmingham, Alabama, from May 6-8. Deepen your conference experience by submitting a session proposal. Start planning your proposal now and share your brilliant ideas by the submission deadline on September 22, 2023! 

Along with our co-host partners at Main Street Alabama, we invite proposals for educational sessions on perennial downtown and commercial district management topics guided by the Main Street Approach, as well as in three thematic areas: 

- Welcoming & Belonging
- Connectivity through Civic Infrastructure
- Reimagining Local Spaces & Economies
Learn more about these themes >

Speaker Benefits

  • Celebrate your successes and inspire your peers
  • Gain exposure for your organization
  • Build your reputation as a trusted voice in the MSA network and an expert in the field
  • Enjoy a significantly discounted registration for the full conference experience (or a free day pass if only attending your session)

Special Consideration

The Main Street Now Conference seeks to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). The review committee will prioritize submissions that thoughtfully acknowledge and address DEIA challenges and opportunities, and are reflective of MSA’s core values regardless of the proposed topic. Learn more about our core values >

Call for Proposals Resources

  • Conference Themes: Visit our conference webpage to learn more about the 2024 Main Street Now Conference themes. Explore the themes here >
  • Call for Proposals Overview: Join Kaity O'Reilly, Associate Manager of Education Programs, for a virtual walk through of the call for proposals submission form. Learn about submission requirements, become familiar with the elements of a successful proposal, and get answers to commonly asked questions. Watch the overview here >
  • Preview the Form: A preview of the submission form is available via download. Preview the form here >
    Please note: this document is for planning purposes only; proposals must be submitted using the online form by September 22, 2023, at 11:59pm CST to be considered.

Learn more & Submit Your Proposal >

Questions? Contact us at info@mainstreet.org