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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha:100.0%">OMS Updates<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Mornings on Main</span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> | Oct 16, 9:30 to 10:30 AM | We will have our regular weekly check-in. It is an open forum this week so bring your
examples to share or challenges you want to have input from the group. Link is on the website through the orange network portal button.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">OMS Conference Comments</span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">: It was wonderful to see everyone in Albany last week for the OMS Conference. A special thanks goes out
to the Albany Downtown Association board and volunteers, as well as the Albany Visitors Association for the extra effort that went into ensuring attendees had a good experience. I want to particularly thank Trina Henderson and Kristi Crawford with ADA, and
Rebecca Bond with AVA. There are so many highlights for me during our time together:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Seeing everyone connecting with old friends and making new ones.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Stellar sessions and speakers who give of their time to be present and share their knowledge.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Heartwarming messages from the recipients of the Excellence on Main awards.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Outstanding opening reception at the Albany Historic Carousel – how fun to see everyone enjoy this space and get a ride on their favorite
animal! And, an amazing social mixer at Sybaris who closed for the night for our conference attendees. That Crème Brule? Stellar! And, a reprise of First Burger cult class burgers too! Not to mention all the other tasty nibbles.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Most of all – just the chance to be in the same space, feeling the energy, and seeing how joyful our community is in the work that we
do.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha:100.0%">Main Street America Updates<b>
<o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Save the date for the 2026 Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma, from April 13-15!</span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> It's never too early to start making
plans to join your peers and place management experts from across the Main Street network for three days of insightful education sessions, network-building opportunities, and immersive mobile workshops.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha:100.0%"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha:100.0%">Surveys<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Main Street America’s Fall 2025 Small Business Survey is Open |
</span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Closes Oct 30 | <a href="https://nationalmainstreet.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eEFr0wmwIRN0502?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9jHzPc2UJB4vidISYPbPKRgtrpiBgLPbsBTQpO0w4N4Xt_bwq2Lmje17urmkvuNArPTU_qsNZjfzEwzNtkF_GxROsLjoElRpZJaQajr9LapsOO47M&_hsmi=384510114&utm_content=384510114&utm_source=hs_email">
Take the Survey</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"></span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Are small businesses growing? Are you feeling confident about the future? Are there resources and tools that could help small businesses
succeed? These are the questions Main Street America wants to answer with their Fall 2025 Small Business Survey. When you complete this short survey, you provide data and insights that we use to support small business owners across the country. How will this
help you?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Data-based advocacy efforts: Findings from this survey will help us advocate on a national scale with real-world insights, ensuring programs
and policies are built on the actual experiences of Main Street businesses.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Elevate the voices of local business owners: MSA will share the survey results in mid-November, highlighting the realities—both positive
and difficult—that businesses face. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The survey takes just 9-10 minutes to complete and is available in English and Spanish. Please complete the survey by Thursday, October 30th, and
<a href="https://mainstreet.org/the-latest/subscribe?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9S99xAMuMwTN0F_Be2-YryUyN18k1AH6r-cFcykzrCWv0pi6SZrUs7ghCSrNt46Vz-NWQBaFTzQboPwnasialAr1INLwUEiieZutMcRj5TMV_4YIs&_hsmi=384510114&utm_content=384510114&utm_source=hs_email">
subscribe to their newsletter</a> to receive updates about the results in November. Any questions? Please email them to the Main Street America Research team at research@mainstreet.org<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Just a reminder that the Federal Reserve’s 2025 Small Business Credit Survey Now Open</span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> – we are a partner in this effort. Help improve
what’s known about small businesses Please encourage your small business owners to take 12 minutes to describe their past year. Here’s a message you can share with your small businesses:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The Federal Reserve’s 2025 Small Business Credit Survey is now open, and Oregon Main Street is a partner in this effort. Owners and key financial decisionmakers of for-profit businesses,
share your recent experiences about whether and how you use debt, what financial conditions you face, and more. Answers to these questions contribute to data that directly inform the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, policymakers, and others—a
public good ultimately benefiting your business and others like yours. Take the <a href="https://fedreserveboard.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_28XYEIGb3d94Mfk?orgid=OMS">
Take the 12 minute survey.</a><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-color:#C04F15;mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha:100.0%">Learning<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Webinar |Nov 19th, 10-11 AM PT/1-2 PM ET: Fundamentals of Leadership: What it takes to lead in the nonprofit sector</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">.
| <a href="https://bridgespan.zoom.us/webinar/register/4317598534337/WN_DFY_NpM8RHOvVAjKeMFXkA#/registration">
Registration Link</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">As nonprofit professionals grow in their careers, the transition from managing programs to leading organizations demands new perspectives and skills. Join the Bridgespan Group
to explore what it takes to lead with confidence and make a lasting impact. In this session, they’ll look at what sets strong nonprofit executives apart and how emerging leaders can prepare for greater responsibilities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Attendees will learn how to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">• Distinguish between functional and executive leadership roles<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">• Identify and strengthen the key skills that make leaders effective<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">• Use the 70/20/10 framework to create a personal development plan<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">• Prepare for future leadership opportunities with greater confidence and clarity<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Can’t join live?
<a href="https://bridgespan.zoom.us/webinar/register/4317598534337/WN_DFY_NpM8RHOvVAjKeMFXkA#/registration">
Sign up</a> anyway! They will send you a video and resources after the session.</span><b><span style="font-size:24.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Additions to Historic Buildings Webinar| Oct 30, 10:30 AM |
</span></b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/r6h3CP5_QR2rYp0_kYhBDg">Registration Link</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Have you ever looked at an older structure and thought, well that piece doesn't quite fit? There are some serious dos and don'ts when it comes to adding on to historic structures
to both match character and meet the Secretary of the Interior Standards. Join Joy Sears, Oregon State Historic Preservation Office's Restoration Specialist to discuss best-practices for adding on to your historic home or building.</span><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Extraordinary nonprofit boards go beyond core governance duties by cultivating trust-based partnerships with leadership, engaging in generative strategic thinking, and leveraging their
influence to expand access and impact. By doing so, they serve as powerful strategic assets, helping organizations navigate complexity, advance equity, and drive long-term change.
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publisher, Nonprofits Insurance Alliance (NIA), hosts the nonprofit sector’s most popular photo contest. For 2025, share your best photo that shows your nonprofit in action, bringing people together and building unity in your community! You could win up to
$1,000 to support your mission! <a href="https://insurancefornonprofits.org/photo-contest/">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">T-Mobile Hometown Grant program</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> new application period is now open through Wednesday, December
31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CT | <a href="https://mainstreet.org/about/partner-collaborations/t-mobile-hometown-grants?utm_campaign=24380453-MSA%20x%20T-Mobile%20Hometown%20Grants&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--L_V3r_P-MvncIyYx4GAga4FhQLn20QF-HqA8AkSrcjcznpsqJyPC0mt9-BaL4r5sB6TFuHvnP81o_QwOeBM5l0q8Z2ldY4oi_9keZ7Y3HXGHHnnk&_hsmi=383047682&utm_content=383047682&utm_source=hs_email">
Apply Here</a>. For communities with populations of 50,000 or less, the program provides grants of up to $50,000 to help build stronger, more prosperous small towns and rural communities! Join over 425 communities across 48 states and one U.S. territory that
have benefited from more than $19 million in funding since 2021. From enhancing public tech infrastructure to creating new recreational trails and restoring historic landmarks, these grants are transforming communities like yours.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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