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:

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.

New Year, New Event: Natchez Pet Mayor Program

New Year, New Event: Natchez Pet Mayor Program

The Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) is thrilled to announce our newest annual event, the inaugural Natchez Pet Mayor Election. The proceeds of this fun community fundraiser benefit DNA's efforts to make our downtown district a more vibrant and pet-friendly...

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New Board Members and Officers Announced at Annual Meeting

New Board Members and Officers Announced at Annual Meeting

During our Annual Meeting on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, Downtown Natchez Alliance welcomed our newest officers and directors to our Board of Directors. Norma West, who has previously served as president-elect and chair of our MLK Triangle Team, has now stepped into...

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DNA’s 2024 Track Record: An ROI We Can All Be Proud Of

DNA’s 2024 Track Record: An ROI We Can All Be Proud Of

You Are the Future of Downtown 2024 has been a year of “many wins” for the Downtown Natchez Alliance, none of which could have happened without you, our steadfast supporters. DNA PARTNERS City of Natchez Mississippi Main Street Association 2023-2024 FOUNDERS CIRCLE...

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