Become A Member

Becoming a member of Downtown Bloomington Inc. (DBI) gives your business the opportunity to connect, grow, and thrive in the heart of our vibrant city. DBI members benefit from increased visibility through coordinated marketing efforts, event promotions, and social media spotlights that help drive foot traffic and build brand awareness. Members also enjoy access to exclusive networking events, collaborative campaigns, and shared resources designed to strengthen and support our downtown business community. Members are invited to our monthly Downtown Member Updates, held every third Thursday at 9 a.m.—a valuable opportunity to stay informed, hear from community leaders, and share updates that foster collaboration and cross-promotion.

Be part of a dynamic network that’s shaping the future of downtown Bloomington—become a DBI member today and join us in creating vibrant streets, a beautiful and colorful built environment, support of unique locally-owned businesses and encouraging people enjoying downtown as a gathering space.

Make A Difference

Since 1984, Downtown Bloomington Inc. has worked with partners to envision, implement, and sustain a variety of projects that come together for a better quality of life in Bloomington.

Some of our member perks include:

Monthly Newsletter
Receptions and Events
Updates on Downtown Issues
Networking Opportunities
Downtown Directory Listing
Downtown Website Listing

Our Mission

We seek to educate the public about the benefits of a strong downtown, facilitate public and private partnerships and to provide unified leadership in order to strengthen and support downtown as:

The heart of the city for all citizens
A safe, civil, and hospitable environment
An active and prosperous place for businesses and employees
A center for cultural and artistic experiences
A venue for meetings and events
A vibrant environment for all residents, workers, as well as businesses and leisure visitors

Our 4-Point Approach

Promotion

Market downtown’s defining assets, communicate unique features, and encourage community through special events.

Economic vitality

Build a diverse economic base, catalyze smart new investment, and cultivate an entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Design

Clean and inviting atmosphere, celebrate historic character, and foster interactive and inclusive public spaces.

Organization

Build leadership and strong organization capacity, ensure broad community engagement, and forge partnerships across sectors.

Membership Testimonial

I love getting people together for a common cause, there is strength in the numbers so we can do more as a group as opposed to as individuals.

It’s a wonderful place full of great restaurants, venues and great caring people. With so much fun and youth coming from Indiana University, Bloomington is an easy town to support.