[OMS_MANAGERS] OMS Round-up

Wed Nov 13 15:11:59 PST 2024

Hope you all are having a wonderful week on Main Street. Enjoy this week's Round-Up!

Here's what's inside:

  *   OMS Updates: MoM, Board Institute Registration, OMS Annual Calendar
  *   Funding Resources: MSA Year-End Guide, OMS Donor Guide, Free Webinar on Donor Communication
  *   Grant Opportunities: USDA, Travel Oregon
  *   Informational Resources: Michigan's Main Street Solution Center, MSA Podcasts

OMS Updates:
Third Thursdays 11/21  | Join MoM 9:30 to 10:30<https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fs%2F89847027498>
Former Main Street director & current Executive Director of Klamath IDEA, Darin Rutledge, shares his experience in rebuilding an organization and establishing nonprofit status. Darin's lessons learned from transitioning to Klamath IDEA are invaluable to any organization going down the path of seeking nonprofit status.

OMS Board Institute 101: 11/20 8:30AM | Registration Link<https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdO2vqjsoGdeWvIkyItz2TxAMuk8LJXTo>
Calling all new board members, potential board members, or even those who just need a good refresher on Main Street! Register to attend. We cover an introduction to the Main Street Approach, an overview of Oregon Main Street, and the typical roles and responsibilities of board members, committees, and staff.

2025 OMS Calendar Posted | Access Link<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/2025%20Main%20Street%20Annual%20Calendar.pdf>
For anyone at any tier level that would like to know deadlines, requirements, and dates for 2025, this is the calendar for you. As we know anything marked as TBD, we will change this calendar and resend links.

Funding Resources:
MSA End of Year Fundraising Guide | Access Link<https://mainstreet.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=881199cb2d0b2894c01ba06c1&id=012eb9d7e4&e=b22a72ae8a>
"Your end-of-year appeal is a great opportunity to deepen your message, engage your community, and achieve your goals. In this Main Spotlight, Jackie Swihart shares strategies that Main Streets can use to build a holiday fundraiser that excites donors and encourages meaningful gifts."

OMS Donor Guide | Access Link<https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/Documents/MainStreetWorkbookTurningSupportersIntoDonors.pdf>
Don't forget about all the resources available to you in the OMS Resource Library through the orange portal button. The OMS Donor Guide is a great companion to thinking about end of year fundraising strategies.

Free NonProfit Learning Lab Webinar, Dec 10 at 9AM | Registration Link<https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinarregister>
The Donor Connection Blueprint: Crafting Authentic, Memorable Communications
"Effective communication is more than just sending an email or writing a thank-you note-it's about creating memorable connections that inspire long-term commitment and engagement. Whether you're reaching out to first-time donors or nurturing your loyal supporters, the way you communicate can make or break your fundraising efforts. In this dynamic and practical session on donor communications, you'll learn how to craft messages that resonate emotionally, build trust, and reflect the true impact of your work. Using insights from behavioral science and relational fundraising, you'll walk away with actionable strategies to elevate every interaction with your donors-moving beyond transactions to relationships that last."

Grant Resources:
USDA Grant Opportunity | Registration Link<http://impact.locable.com/ahoy/messages/ibEuzsWSgTOqPLdPD4nm6klkmzWozwSO/click?signature=89515df9f77063ab76304a7b6464bce5455560c7&url=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fwebinar%2Fregister%2FWN_m64j8r8jSAy5PCVyRg-qMw%3Futm_campaign%3Dnewsletter%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_source%3Dnewsletter_mailer>
Join Locable and Downtown Redevelopment Services (DTR) on November 20th at 11 AM Central for a free webinar where we'll show you how to secure up to $25,000 in USDA grants for marketing and strategic planning.

Travel Oregon Competitive Grants | Access Link<https://industry.traveloregon.com/opportunities/grants/competitive-grants-program/>
Travel Oregon's competitive grant process will open Dec 2, 2024 for letters of intent to apply for a tourism infrastructure or promotion project. Applicants must propose a project that focuses on either tourism infrastructure or tourism promotion that increases access and inclusion and highlight that "Oregon is a welcoming destination where tourism drives economic prosperity, benefits the natural environment and celebrates rich, diverse cultures."

Informational Resources:
Michigan's Main Street Solution Center | Access Link<https://www.miplace.org/programs/michigan-main-street/resources/>
Not finding a resource on our website or on MSA? It's always a good idea to next check our Main Street partners around the nation. Each state works tirelessly to develop resource centers applicable to the work we do. Cruise the Michigan Main Street Solution Center and see what they have!

Main Street Business Insights Podcasts | Access Link<https://mainstreet.org/resources/main-street-business-insights-podcast>
What makes businesses work on Main Street? Join MSA and successful small businesses nationwide to learn and help grow your local community. These podcasts are not behind a paywall and can be shared with your community!

Cheers,
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Cam Amabile, CIT & CIG<https://www.interpnet.com/NAI/interp/Certification/Certification/nai/_certification/Certification_Program_Page.aspx?hkey=238a449c-b3c6-4a93-9ebb-ebaeaef7e29a> (she, her, hers) |  Technical Resources Coordinator
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Oregon Heritage, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
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725 Summer St NE, Ste C
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