All About Organization: Blogs and Resources
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.
Marion, Iowa © Tasha Sams
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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.
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
Small businesses are the heart of our communities. On our blog, we shared stories of Main Street business innovation, community, and growth. Here are four stories about small businesses from the past year.
2025 has been a significant year for the Main Street network. To celebrate the completion of another year of impactful work, here are six of the top blogs from this year.
Registration for our most anticipated and highest-impact professional development opportunity is open! From inspiring plenaries and immersive mobile workshops to engaging education sessions and interactive activities, the 2026 Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma, April 13 – 15, offers countless opportunities to strengthen your network, gain new skills, and find solutions to issues impacting your community. Join us!
Mi Cultural Mural. Photo by Alejandro Garcia
T-Mobile recently announced its latest 25 Hometown Grant recipients, bringing the total number of communities impacted to 450 across 48 states and one U.S. territory.
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
Main Street America and American Express® are helping support local communities through the Amex Shop Small Grants Program. Beginning November 29, eligible small business owners can apply to receive up to $20,000 in funding.