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Strategic and consistent advocacy is key to growing and sustaining your local Main Street program. Whether you’re new to advocacy or strengthening existing efforts, the Main Street America Academy’s Advocating for Your Local Main Street Budget course provides the tools and strategies you need to champion your efforts with confidence. Register for this transformative three-part, live instructor-led course today and start honing your advocacy skills on March 17!
Local governments are often the primary source of funding for Main Street programs, making strategic and consistent advocacy essential. Advocating for Your Local Main Street Budget provides a clear roadmap for understanding municipal budgets, crafting compelling cases for support, and building year-round relationships with decision-makers. Featuring best practices from staff experts and insights from leaders who have successfully expanded their budgets, this course will equip you with the data-backed storytelling techniques, tools, and confidence to advocate effectively for your program.
When: Tuesdays, March 17, 24 & 31, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. CT
Where: Virtual
Price: $100 members, $150 non-members
Registration: Open through Monday, March 16, at 5:00 p.m. Act now to secure your seat!
Learning Overview:
Ideal For:
Main Street leaders and partners of all experience levels responsible for securing, sustaining, or strengthening local government investment in their programs.
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From managing projects to supporting the people who are the heart of your efforts, sustainability is a crucial consideration for building a durable Main Street program. The Main Street America Academy is here to help! This month, we invite you to focus on sustainability with this curated collection of learning opportunities and resources.
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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.
Our grantmaking team shares their advice to help you run a successful grant program and expand your impact in your community.