Donate

​​Please help us continue our important work by making a donation to Van Ness Main Street. Your generous support will keep us working to fulfill our mission to make Van Ness a beautiful, sustainable, walkable, and vibrant economic and cultural hub. Individuals and families who live, work and visit Van Ness are encouraged to become supporters of Van Ness Main Street with a tax-deductible contribution. Whether you live in one of the neighborhood’s apartments or condominiums, come to Van Ness each day for work, or you shop and eat in one of our many businesses, your gift will make a valuable impact.

​SUPPORT THE VAN NESS MAIN STREET GROWTH FUND

​Gifts may also be mailed directly to the office:

Van Ness Main Street
Attention: Executive Director
4401– A Connecticut Avenue, NW #126
Washington, DC 20008

SUPPORT OUR SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Small Business Support
Our Main Street is home to more than 100 small businesses that contribute immensely to our community’s character and vibrancy. We offer technical assistance and financial support to the local entrepreneurs because we know that when they thrive, we all thrive.

Forest Hills Connection (FHC)
It is getting harder and harder to find hyper-local neighborhood news and FHC stands out as a beacon for our community. FHC is an editorially independent news site for and about the goings on in Van Ness, Forest Hills, North Cleveland Park and Wakefield.

Good, Clean, Fun Initiative (GCF)
Forest Hills Park and Playground is a treasured part of our community and you can see people of all ages enjoying the playground, tennis and basketball courts, picnic space, and sports fields at all times of day, all year around. The GCF is a volunteer-led advocacy group that aims to create community in a well-kept and welcoming gathering space.

​BUSINESS SUPPORT

Is your company or businesses interested in making a lasting impact on the Van Ness neighborhood? Local establishments, nonprofits, investors and business owners are also invited to support Van Ness Main Street by making a financial contribution. Unrestricted gifts provide Van Ness Main Street with the flexible resources it needs to provide quality programs and services to the neighborhood.

Businesses can also sponsor various activities and events throughout the year. Sponsorships offer interested companies the opportunity to fund valuable projects that enliven the Van Ness community. It is a great way to strengthen ties with local residents while gaining business recognition with current and potential customers. Sponsorship packages, including recognition, can be tailored to meet the needs of the business and depending on the level of investment.

There are also opportunities throughout the year where local businesses can support Van Ness Main Street through in-kind contributions of goods and services.

To learn more about sponsorship and other giving opportunities, contact info@vannessmainstreet.org