Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) - A Mississippi Main Street Designated Community
ARPA Funded Incentive Grant Apps Open For Balcony, Awning, & Façade Stabilization

July 02, 2024

Applications Now Open Until Friday, Aug. 2nd, 2024 at 5:00 pm CST

DNA Announces A Balcony, Awning, & Façade Stabilization Incentive Grant Program! Application available for download:

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The purpose of DNA’s Incentive Grant Program is to stimulate investment and overall revitalization within the Historic Downtown Natchez Main Street District by reconstructing original balconies, installing awnings, and stabilizing facades.

  • Application Deadline: Friday, August 2, 2024, 5:00 PM CST
  • Applications may be submitted by Tenants or Property Owners.
  • The program may fund up to 75% of approved project costs.
  • Property must be in the Historic Downtown Natchez Main Street District, as approved by the Mississippi Main Street Association. See the map in application.

Funding is allocated from an American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant awarded to the Downtown Natchez Alliance via Mississippi Main Street Association.

DNA Attends MMSA 2025 Annual Awards Luncheon

DNA Attends MMSA 2025 Annual Awards Luncheon

Jun 18, 2025

Yesterday, June 17th, DNA Executive Director Leah Hunter, Board President Norma West, and Board Member Chesney Doyle proudly attended the Mississippi Main Street Association’s Annual Awards Luncheon. This inspiring statewide gathering celebrates the people, projects,...

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Downtown Unlocked: A New Era of Possibility for Natchez

Downtown Unlocked: A New Era of Possibility for Natchez

May 17, 2025

DNA updates "Destination Downtown" into new event and unveils new real estate portal for Downtown properties. On Thursday, May 15, the Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) opened the doors—literally and figuratively—to new opportunities during its Downtown Unlocked event....

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Decision ’25: Pet Mayor Election Results Announced

Decision ’25: Pet Mayor Election Results Announced

Apr 27, 2025

New Natchez Pet Mayor To Be Sworn In At Collaring Ceremony On May 10 At Natchez City Hall It’s official: Natchez has gone to the dogs. After several weeks of spirited campaigning the Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) announced the winners of their first annual Natchez...

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