Self-Guided Course

Understanding Organization

A strong Main Street program is built upon a solid foundation of leadership, organizational structure, and sustainable support systems.

In this course, you will explore how Organization serves as the backbone of a thriving Main Street and ensures long-term success. This work requires engaged communities, strong partnerships, and effective leadership - all of which are made possible through the Organization point of the Main Street Approach.

Time: 30 minutes Skill Level: Starting Formal Learning: 100 points

About twenty people stand shoulder-to-shoulder across the double yellow lines in the middle of a wet downtown street, smiling at the camera. They wear a mix of jackets, sweaters, jeans, and colorful pants, with historic brick storefronts, parked cars, and a cloudy-turned-blue sky overhead. — Laramie, Wyoming. Photo by Main Street America

Overview

Course Outline

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Explain the role of Organization in Main Street success.
Identify the key components that create a strong organizational foundation.
Reflect on how Organization plays a role in your own Main Street program or local community.

Section 1: Introduction
- 1.1 Welcome
- 1.2 Course Design & Engagement
- 1.3 Meet Your Subject Matter Expert(s)
Section 2: Understanding Organization
- Understanding Organization
Section 3: Conclusion
- 3.1 Final Takeaways
- 3.2 Main Street Convo
- 3.3 Survey