Downtown Community Partnership

Do you love Downtown Fargo? We're #hiring a new Business Liaison and Membership Coordinator in Fargo, North Dakota. Apply today or share this post with your network.

This is going to be amazing. Thank you Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre and Kilbourne Group for making this project happen!

???????????????????? ???? ?????? ?????????? ???? ???????????????? - ?????????????????????? ???????? ?????? ???????????????? ???? ?????? ?????????????? ???????? ???????? Thanks to the ???????????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ?????? ????????????????????, ??????????????????, ?????? ?????????????????? ????????????????, the Downtown Community Partnership (DCP) continues to thrive, and we couldn’t be more grateful for everyone who has been a part of this journey. ?? ?????????? ???? ????????????????: Over ?????? ?????????????????? from ????+ ???????????????????? gathered to discuss the future of Downtown Fargo. The conversation included updates from Mayor Timothy Mahoney and Chief David Zibolski on The City of Fargo's efforts to implement the Downtown InFocus Plan, enhanced safety initiatives, and a ???????????? ???????????? ?????? ?? ??????????????, ?????????????? ??????????????????. The event also highlighted the contagious positivity from Downtown's very own Emma McIntyre. ?? ???????????????? ????????????: In the DCP's first summer as administrator, ???? ???????????? were held, drawing ??????,?????? ???????????? from ??????,?????? ???????????? ????????????????—with ????% ???????????? ???????? ?????????????? ??????????. This partnership with the Fargo Park District, Block 9 Partners, City of Fargo, and Folkways, also received the ???????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ?????????? ?????? ??????????????, ?????????????? ??????????????????????. ?? ???????????????????? ????????????: The DCP saw a ????% ???????????????? ???? ???????????????????? this year, now ???????????????? ?????? ??????????????—representing a range of businesses, residents, and supporters who are all passionate about Downtown. ?? ???????????????? ?????????????????????? ????????????????: A huge thank you to the BID team for their tireless efforts. This year, BID collected ????,?????? ?????? ???? ??????????, ?????????????????? ????,?????? ?????? ???? ??????????????????????, ?????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ???? ????????????????, and also made ??,?????? ?????????????????????? ????????????????????, helping to make Downtown Fargo a welcoming place for all. ?? ???????????? ?????????? ????????????: Our online presence also saw impressive growth, with a ??????% ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? and ??????% ???????????? ???? ??????????????????, allowing us to engage even more people in the work we’re doing. ?????????? ?????? ???? ?????? ????????????????????, ??????????????????, ????????????????????????, ?????? ?????? ??????????????—you are the heart of Downtown Fargo. Together, we will keep moving forward to ensure our city remains a vibrant and welcoming community. ?? Stay tuned for more exciting things to come! #DowntownFargo #CommunityGrowth #BroadwaySquare #MembershipGrowth #BusinessImprovementDistrict #SocialMediaSuccess #Partnerships

Are you passionate about building strong relationships, fostering community, and helping businesses thrive? The Downtown Community Partnership (DCP) is looking for a dynamic Downtown Engagement and Membership Manager to join our team and help make Downtown Fargo even more vibrant and connected! ?? This role is perfect for someone who: ?? Loves creating meaningful relationships with business owners, community leaders, and stakeholders. ?? Excels at using data and technology to inform strategy and streamline processes. ?? Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. ?? Has a knack for crafting engaging social media content, promotional materials, and strategies to support our growing downtown business community. As the Downtown Engagement and Membership Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Downtown Fargo. From spearheading membership growth initiatives to creating innovative events like the Coffee & Cocoa Crawl, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact. ?? DCP membership grew by 35% last year, and we’re looking for someone to help us take it to the next level. If you’re ready to combine your creativity, analytical skills, and love for community, this role is for you!

?? Record-Breaking Holiday Magic in Downtown Fargo! ?? The 18th Annual Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade lit up Downtown Fargo like never before—and the numbers prove it! Over 29,000 people gathered downtown, making it the largest Holiday Lights Parade on record since we began tracking data in 2017. Not only that, but this Saturday ranked as the 4th most active Saturday in Downtown Fargo’s history, behind only two St. Patrick’s Day Parades and one Street Fair Saturday. Downtown Fargo looked its absolute best, with over 55 beautifully decorated storefronts participating in the Downtown Community Partnership's Window Wonderland event. The festive displays, coupled with the magic of the parade, created an unforgettable experience for families, friends, and visitors. Events like these remind us why downtowns exist—to connect us to one another, create shared moments, and showcase the best of our community. Contrary to the too often negative public narrative, the attendance speaks volumes: people want to be downtown. In the past 12 months, Downtown Fargo has seen 4.5 million visits from 586,000 unique visitors. Of those visitors, 25% are from outside the Fargo-Moorhead area, and 50% are from outside the The City of Fargo —proving that Downtown Fargo is truly a regional cultural and economic hub. The Holiday Lights Parade is a testament to the strength of our community and what’s possible when we come together to foster a vibrant, welcoming downtown. Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and supported this record-breaking event! ??? #DowntownFargo #HolidayLightsParade #CommunityConnection #VibrantDowntown #ShopLocal Thanks to Forum Communications for the pictures below. Special thanks to Downtown Fargo Business Improvement District, Gateway Lions and Darrell Costain, El Zagal Shrine Fargo, The City of Fargo, and the Moorhead Police Department.

Thank you Sophia Richards for bringing this idea to the Downtown Community Partnership! There’s no better feeling than being a part of community where taking care of your neighborhood is more than a priority, it’s a way of life. Downtown Fargo is that kind of community.

?? Exciting News from the Downtown Community Partnership! ?? We’re thrilled to welcome Sarah Kasin as our Events & Office Manager! Sarah brings invaluable experience and a deep love for Downtown Fargo, and we can't wait to see the positive impact she'll have on our community. ?? Sarah Kasin comes with years of event planning and coordination experience from her time at Visit Fargo-Moorhead. Sarah has successfully led large-scale events, built strong community ties, and mastered the logistical side of event planning. She will oversee DCP events like the Street Fair and the Holiday Lights Parade! Rocky Schneider, Executive Director of the DCP, shared, “We are beyond excited to have Sarah on board. Her local roots and passion for Downtown Fargo align perfectly with the DCP’s goals, and together, we’re ready to keep building momentum for our community.” Please join us in welcoming Sarah to the DCP team! ???? #DowntownFargo #NewHires #CommunityEngagement #EventPlanning #BusinessGrowth #FargoND

Last week, the Downtown Community Partnership (DCP) and the Downtown Fargo Business Improvement District (BID) had the opportunity to visit the St. Paul Alliance and the Downtown Improvement District (DID) in St. Paul, Minnesota to learn from our counterparts and exchange ideas. From facing daily operational tasks to navigating similar challenges, it was an insightful trip packed with takeaways. What stood out most was St. Paul’s security and safety protocols, showcasing how businesses can collaborate to create a safer, more cohesive downtown community. ?? We’re excited to bring these ideas back to Fargo and continue strengthening the vibrancy and safety of Downtown Fargo for businesses, residents, and visitors alike. ?? #DowntownFargo #StPaul #BusinessImprovementDistrict #DowntownImprovementDistrict #Collaboration #SafetyFirst #DowntownVibrancy

The Downtown Community Partnership has actively partnered with The City of Fargo and many local experts to bring attention to the City's Housing First initiatives, including those presented by James Mathy from Milwaukee. A key aspect of Mr. Mathy’s presentation was to emphasize that supporting local businesses and addressing homelessness are not mutually exclusive goals; they are, in fact, complementary and critical to the health of our community.

We're #hiring a new Business Liaison and Membership Coordinator in Fargo, North Dakota. Apply today or share this post with your network.