Stories That Inspire, Educate and Entertain
You can help share them.
Join this journey as we discover amazing communities and organizations throughout the upper Midwest and celebrate the people whose lives make those places special.
You can help tell these stories
The Friends of Main Streets helps by providing funds that are used for production, staffing, and education costs associated with video production – ensuring each organization we work with recieves the best quality project and the education necessary to use it to its fullest potential.
Our Method
We employ a visual style that makes viewers feel like they’re making new friends. Our hosts and producers interviews local residents or program participants, uncover interesting history, and tour the places and businesses that make them stand out.
Our Vision
Through creative storytelling, our goal is to educate and amuse viewers, helping them relate on a personal level to the people and places we visit. These stories will inspire a positive connection with the communities, promoting tourism, enhancing the local economy and expanding an organization’s reach.
About the Board
We rely on the Friends of Main Streets, Inc. board to provide oversight and direction in our philanthropic endeavors, and to reflect the diversity of the communities that we reach.
Videos
Thank you for your interest in the work we are doing. If you would like more information on how to donate to these projects, please fill out the form and a volunteer will get back to you.