INVEST IN THE REVITALIZATION OF CHARLESTON'S URBAN CORE

Charleston’s East End and West Side have experienced tremendous economic growth since the inception of the two Charleston Main Streets (CMS) predecessor programs in 2002 and 2005, respectively. In the East End, the commercial vacancy rate has dropped by over 60%, over 40 new businesses have opened, over $260 million of public and private investment has occurred, and the district is transitioning into the premier place to live, work, shop, and play in Charleston. On the West Side, after a recent surge of private and public investment, almost 10 businesses have opened just in the past year, and close to $200 million of public and private investment has occurred. These neighborhood and business districts with such rich history and compelling success stories face unprecedented challenges and opportunities.
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With the help of your yearly investment, CMS is working everyday to:

• Attract new business and create jobs,
• Help businesses accelerate profitability through interior/exterior design assistance and free marketing assistance,
• Launch visionary community and cultural enhancement projects
• Develop resources to cultivate an eclectic business environment
• Encourage families, businesses, and entrepreneurs to reinvest and return to the city.
• Aesthetically enhance the commercial corridors of Washington Street, East & West, and the Smith Street Warehouse District
• Position local businesses to grow and succeed in these times of economic uncertainty

CMS offers a wide array of opportunities for your company to maximize your investment and fulfill your community giving objectives every year through the Urban Partnership Program. Every event and project provides several opportunities for you to make a long-lasting investment in the Capital City all while promoting and strengthening your business and brand.

BECOME AN URBAN PARTNER

Download the CMS Urban Partnership guide