Located in Rockville, Maryland, Main Street is a nonprofit that models inclusive practices, bringing together people with and without disabilities. Our mission is to create dynamic opportunities through affordable, inclusive housing and community engagement so people of all abilities can live their best lives.
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At Main Street, we believe in offering a wide variety of programs to pique everyone’s interests. Members engage in events in the following categories – culture, personal development, social and wellness – and also participate in member-led clubs.
Our Stories
More than anything else, Main Street is a community of people with powerful stories to tell. Learn about the story of Jillian and Scott Copeland and of other families who have joined the Main Street movement.
The Copeland Family’s Story
Main Street is the vision of Jillian and Scott Copeland whose son, Nicolas, has developmental disabilities. Nicolas, now 21, began having seizures at the age of 8 months. While his seizures are currently controlled, Nicolas’ [...]
Training Days: How Fitness Instructor Zaid Alfa Finds Inspiration at Main Street
The young man in the wheelchair couldn’t speak. His body was nearly still, though he could wiggle two of his fingers. But what struck Zaid Alfa the most, the thing that’s always stayed with him, [...]
Main Street in the News
Take a look at some of the buzz surrounding our innovative and inclusive community from The Washington Post and other media outlets. There is plenty of news to catch up on!
Thanks to Our Funders
Main Street has applied for and received grants from the following organizations. We are tremendously grateful to these organizations, and to all of our donors, for their generous support.
