2026 May Supporting Small Businesses on Main Street Course Scholarship Application
Main Street America
Who can apply
About & Eligibility: As part of U.S. Bank's sponsorship, a limited number of scholarships (20 total) providing registration at a reduced rate of $100 are available to participants serving communities located within U.S. Bank markets. Communities must be located within 20 miles of a U.S. Bank location to be considered, with special priority given to participants serving districts located in the states of California, Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Oregon, Washington, and Wisconsin.. Application & Awards: Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applicants will receive determinations by Monday, May 11, 2026 by 5 pm CT. Scholarship recipients will receive a discount code to use at registration. Eligible and interested participants are encouraged to submit scholarship applications as soon as possible and before registering for the course. The application will close on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CT, or when all scholarships have been awarded.
About this opportunity
With the generous support of U.S. Bank, the National Main Street Center's education and professional development program, the Main Street America Academy, is offering a tailored learning opportunity to Main Street managers and community revitalization professionals from our nationwide network. Supporting Small Businesses on Main Street is designed to help you achieve economic vitality goals in your community through a focus on Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, or a strong community support network for business owners. Scholarship Opportunity: About & Eligibility: As part of U.S. Bank's sponsorship, a limited number of scholarships (20 total) providing registration at a reduced rate of $100 are available to participants serving communities located within U.S. Bank markets. Communities must be loc...