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 Announces New Leadership and Downtown Unlocked Event

DNA Announces New Leadership and Downtown Unlocked Event

Apr 9, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NATCHEZ, MS - The Downtown Natchez Alliance (DNA) announces a leadership transition as Executive Director Leah Hunter plans to step into a new professional opportunity, building on the experience gained during her time with the organization....

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DNA In The News: Awnings & Façade Grant Update

DNA In The News: Awnings & Façade Grant Update

Jan 13, 2026

New Look: Owners taking advantage of façade improvements grants From the Natchez Democrat, January 11, 2026By Sabrina Robertson "NATCHEZ, MS – Investment into the visual and functional appeal of downtown businesses continues as the first wave of façade improvements...

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DNA Director joins Rebecca Turner on Supertalk FM

DNA Director joins Rebecca Turner on Supertalk FM

Oct 30, 2025

Director Leah Hunter was on Good Things with Rebecca Turner on Supertalk FM to discuss the Downtown Natchez Pumpkin Patch, Halloween events and other things going on in Natchez! https://youtu.be/bWerbe6WK1Y?si=bs_6d1bWb06ys_EE

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