Get Involved DHMS

I know you agree that keeping our local economy strong is important. The Deanwood Heights Main Streets (DHMS) organization is here to ensure that the Deanwood Heights Business District thrives during these challenging economic times and beyond.

DHMS is a designated DC Main Streets program funded by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD).

Our business revitalization programs include:

CBE/Micro Loan Program sponsored by the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD).

DHMS 2009 Storefront Improvement Program

Direct local business involvement in walking traffic visiting the Greater Deanwood Neighborhood Heritage Trail

Targeted business information about special services such as Pro Bono Legal Clinics

Technical Support consultations specifically for restaurants and retail establishments.

Healthy Food Corner Store Program to help grocers offer better food choices and to encourage shoppers to shop local.

Clean and SafeTeam neighborhood appearance improvement and upkeep.

Summer Gospel event local business promotion opportunity

We are confident that you can benefit from our free services. DHMS is a valued part of the national Main Streets effort; a national network of communities using the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s proven Main Street Approach™ to commercial district revitalization. Our experienced team of economic development professionals and volunteers can help you soften the impact of the national economic downturn and help you position your business for long-term future success.

“The Deanwood Heights Main Streets organization takes economic downturn recovery very seriously. Many of our business owners are residents of this community and are carrying on from generations past. They are here because they want to be; and. they are a main part of what makes the Deanwood community thrive. We at the DHMS are working with District officials and the Ward 7 leadership to ensure that our businesses succeed.” says Deborah Jones, Executive Director, Deanwood Heights Main Streets. “We urge area residents to patronize Deanwood Heights’ businesses first to keep local dollars local and to keep our community vibrant.”

by phone: 202-621-2288

by email: info@dhmainstreets.org

DHMS has several initiatives in place to help strengthen local businesses, keep independent business owners competitive, and draw customers into the shopping district with special events.

We strongly recommend that you contact us so that you can benefit from our FREE business revitalization programs.