Invest in The Milk District

involvement IS POWER.

When you join The Milk District, you are re-investing in your neighborhood. All investors receive the benefit of branding and collaborative marketing from the District, as well as the opportunity to participate in district events and promotions.

Not a business? Individuals are invited to donate at a level that makes sense for them.

 
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Service Business Owners
Service Business Owners

• image building/improvement
• pride
• new/renewed/repeated exposure
• increased variety of services
• healthier economy generates new/more business
• increased competition means more aggressive business styles
• tapping leakage
• increased population, new customers
• improved image, creates new markets
• have needs/issues addressed

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Preservationists
Preservationists

• Main Street Approach reinforces the common goal of preservation
• increases coalition
• increased awareness and credibility
• education of public and group
• improved public image
• improved economic feasibility of preservation

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Property Owners
Property Owners

• increased occupancy rates
• rent stability
• increased property values
• increased stability
• reduced vandalism/crime deterrent
• assistance with tax credits, grants, etc.
• communication medium with other property owners
• better image
• new uses

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Retail Business Owners
Retail Business Owners

• increased sales
• improved image
• increased value of business
• coordinated efforts between local business and franchises
• quality of business life
• educational opportunities (seminars and workshops)
• increased traffic
• district marketing strategies (promotion and advertising)
• better business mix
• new market groups in the District
• community pride
• have needs/issues addressed

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WHAT WE DO

In partnering with The Milk District, you become part of transforming the neighborhood into a destination for Orlandoans and Visitors alike through our mission.

  • Promoting local small businesses
    Providing technical assistance in areas that are most needed
    Work as a liaison and advocate in local and state government

  • Promoting public art and mural projects on public and private property
    Connecting audiences to dance, drag, and music performances happening in the community
    Developing the neighborhood as a cultural center in Central Florida
    Providing opportunity to local artists and makers to sell their goods

  • Ensuring new public and private development contributes to the overall community
    Connecting investors and developers to potential projects in the neighborhood
    Promoting local, state, and federal programs targeted at business development

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CREAM
$1200/year

Cream Level Investors are pillars of the community who want to leave a lasting legacy as community builders.

Supporter Levels - Cream
$1,200.00

When you join The Milk District, you are re-investing in your neighborhood. All investors receive the benefit of branding and collaborative marketing from the District, as well as the opportunity to participate in district events and promotions.

  • • Placemaking Initiatives
    • District Clean-ups
    • Mural Guide
    • Traffic Cabinet Murals
    • Holiday decorating
    • Historic Preservation
    • Destination Marketing
    • Facilitation of community projects
    • Bicycle Improvements
    • Transportation Improvements
    • Special Events
    • Co-Op Marketing
    • SFS License Exception

  • • Pop-Up Markets
    • Retail Space Matchmaking

  • • Grants and tax credit assistance
    • Facade Improvement assistance
    • Business referrals
    • Business consulting
    • Online job board for employers *coming soon*
    • Free promotion on Main Street social media
    • Event Listing on Facebook and themilkdistrict.org
    • Free business listing on themilkdistrict.org
    • Exclusive promotional events
    • B2B Networking
    • Email updates
    • Advocacy at state and local legislative levels
    • Online available property listings
    • Design and architectural assistance
    • Main Street Recognition Awards
    • Quarterly Co-Op Promotions

• Milk District indoor signage
• Visit Orlando Local Partner Membership for eligible businesses
• Recognition on all pages of themilkdistrict.org
• Milk District Directory Listing
• 4 tickets to all ticketed Milk District events
• Opportunity to host networking events
• Invitation to sit on a District steering committee
• First Choice of Event Sponsorships

 

Whole Milk
$750/year

The Whole Milk Level is perfect for established business who want to give back and help others succeed.

Supporter Levels - Whole Milk
$750.00

When you join The Milk District, you are re-investing in your neighborhood. All investors receive the benefit of branding and collaborative marketing from the District, as well as the opportunity to participate in district events and promotions.

  • • Placemaking Initiatives

    • District Clean-ups

    • Mural Guide

    • Traffic Cabinet Murals

    • Holiday decorating

    • Historic Preservation

    • Destination Marketing

    • Facilitation of community projects

    • Bicycle Improvements

    • Transportation Improvements

    • Special Events

    • Co-Op Marketing

    • SFS License Exception

  • • Pop-Up Markets
    • Retail Space Matchmaking

  • • Grants and tax credit assistance

    • Facade Improvement assistance

    • Business referrals

    • Business consulting

    • Online job board for employers *coming soon*

    • Free promotion on Main Street social media

    • Event Listing on Facebook and themilkdistrict.org

    • Free business listing on themilkdistrict.org

    • Exclusive promotional events

    • B2B Networking

    • Email updates

    • Advocacy at state and local legislative levels

    • Online available property listings

    • Design and architectural assistance

    • Main Street Recognition Awards

    • Quarterly Co-Op Promotions

• Milk District Directory Listing
• 4 tickets to all ticketed Milk District events
• Opportunity to host networking events
• Invitation to sit on a District steering committee
• Second Choice of Event Sponsorships

 

2% Milk
$350/year

The 2% Milk Level is great for very small businesses or those just starting out.

Supporter Levels - 2% Milk
$350.00

When you join The Milk District, you are re-investing in your neighborhood. All investors receive the benefit of branding and collaborative marketing from the District, as well as the opportunity to participate in district events and promotions.

  • • Placemaking Initiatives

    • District Clean-ups

    • Mural Guide

    • Traffic Cabinet Murals

    • Holiday decorating

    • Historic Preservation

    • Destination Marketing

    • Facilitation of community projects

    • Bicycle Improvements

    • Transportation Improvements

    • Special Events

    • Co-Op Marketing

    • SFS License Exception

  • • Pop-Up Markets
    • Retail Space Matchmaking

  • • Grants and tax credit assistance

    • Facade Improvement assistance

    • Business referrals

    • Business consulting

    • Online job board for employers *coming soon*

    • Free promotion on Main Street social media

    • Event Listing on Facebook and themilkdistrict.org

    • Free business listing on themilkdistrict.org

    • Exclusive promotional events

    • B2B Networking

    • Email updates

    • Advocacy at state and local legislative levels

    • Online available property listings

    • Design and architectural assistance

    • Main Street Recognition Awards

    • Quarterly Co-Op Promotions

• Milk District Directory Listing
• 2 tickets to all ticketed Milk District events
• Opportunity to host networking events
• Invitation to sit on a District steering committee
• Third Choice of Event Sponsorships

 

1% Milk
$200/year

The 1% Milk Level is perfect for nonprofits, home-based businesses, food trucks, or pop-up vendors.

Supporter Levels - Skim Milk
$200.00

When you join The Milk District, you are re-investing in your neighborhood. All investors receive the benefit of branding and collaborative marketing from the District, as well as the opportunity to participate in district events and promotions.

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  • • Grants and tax credit assistance

    • Facade Improvement assistance

    • Business referrals

    • Business consulting

    • Online job board for employers *coming soon*

    • Free promotion on Main Street social media

    • Event Listing on Facebook and themilkdistrict.org

    • Free business listing on themilkdistrict.org

    • Exclusive promotional events

    • B2B Networking

    • Email updates

    • Advocacy at state and local legislative levels

    • Online available property listings

    • Design and architectural assistance

    • Main Street Recognition Awards

    • Quarterly Co-Op Promotions

• Milk District Directory Listing
• Invitation to sit on a District steering committee