A Downtown Brownwood Inc. Partnering Member is a business, organization, or individual that actively supports the vitality and growth of Downtown Brownwood.

Partnering Members play an important role in strengthening downtown through collaboration, promotion, events, and community pride. Membership is designed for those who want to be connected, visible, and engaged in supporting a thriving downtown.

To ensure alignment with the mission and goals of Downtown Brownwood Inc., Partnering Members must meet the following criteria:

Location-Based Eligibility
Must be located within the Downtown Brownwood district or provide services, products, or programs that significantly support downtown economic or cultural activity.

Alignment with Mission
Must support Downtown Brownwood Inc.’s mission to promote a thriving, vibrant, and inclusive downtown through community engagement, placemaking, business support, and events.

Business or Organization Status
Must be a registered business, nonprofit, or civic organization in good standing.

Participation Expectations
Partnering Members are expected to:

• Collaborate on at least one downtown event, promotion, or initiative per year

• Display Downtown Brownwood Inc. branding when possible (window decal, website badge, etc.)

• Attend at least one annual Partnering Member meeting or workshop

Financial Contribution

• $100 annual membership

• Optional additional support through sponsorships or in-kind services

Communication & Engagement

• Maintain current contact information

• Be responsive to Downtown Brownwood Inc. communications

• Agree to be publicly listed as a Partnering Member unless opting out

Code of Conduct
Members are expected to uphold values of professionalism, collaboration, and community pride. Conduct that negatively impacts the reputation of Downtown Brownwood Inc. may result in removal from the program.

Marketing & Promotion

• Feature in the monthly Downtown Map with eligibility to submit events

• Inclusion in the Downtown Business Directory on the DBI website

• Event cross-promotion through Downtown Brownwood Inc. communications

• Partnering Member window decal or signage

• Opportunity to participate in a local radio interview

Networking & Community

• Invitations to Partnering Member mixers, roundtables, and downtown breakfasts

• Networking opportunities with downtown businesses, city staff, and civic leaders

• Listing in a private Partnering Member directory

• Access to a private Partnering Member Facebook group for updates and coordination

• Participation in seasonal window decorating contests

Visibility

• Welcome recognition as a new Partnering Member

• Recognition at the annual meeting or year-end recap

• Partnering Member badge for use on your website or printed materials

• Eligibility for Downtown Business of the Month or Quarter

Development & Advocacy

• Business support letters or advocacy when needed

Becoming a Downtown Brownwood Inc. Partnering Member is simple.

1. Complete the Partnering Member application

2. Submit your annual membership payment

3. Receive your welcome materials and next steps

Once approved, your business or organization will be added to the Partnering Member directory and eligible for all associated benefits.