Tenleytown Main Street

In Washington, Tenleytown Main Street is a community-based nonprofit that works with residents and local businesses to strengthen Tenleytown's economic vitality. Its service area covers Wisconsin Avenue from Rodman Street to Fessenden Street. The organization offers small business consulting and financial support for physical improvements to commercial buildings. It also organizes marketing and special events, and maintains public and urban green spaces. These programs support a walkable neighborhood business district and connect residents with local businesses. Tenleytown Main Street works with businesses, community groups, property owners, and residents, and receives financial and in-kind contributions as well as grants. Its work focuses on preserving the area's small-town character while supporting the amenities of an urban neighborhood center.