Join The Movement
DNB Inc. is here to keep Downtown New Bedford thriving—backing the small businesses, artists, and cultural spaces that make this city unique!
We lead the charge in marketing, advocacy, and placekeeping, ensuring that downtown doesn’t just grow—it thrives in a way that’s authentic, inclusive, and community-driven. Our membership program unites local leaders, business owners, creatives, and residents to make sure that the future of downtown is shaped by the people who live, work, and create here.
I owe a huge part of my business’s success to dNB Inc. Their social media and marketing keep the buzz going downtown, and their support has helped me level up my own branding. Events like Holiday Stroll and Fall Fest bring in new faces and big sales—it’s a huge boost for our bottom line. Supporting dNB Inc. is a no-brainer. What they do for small businesses is priceless.
Allie Steele – Besteas
Who Should Join?
Membership is open to anyone who loves and supports downtown New Bedford!
- Small Business Owners – Get increased marketing exposure & business advocacy.
- Local Artists & Creatives – Connect with downtown’s creative community & participate in downtown activations.
- Residents & Community Members – Help shape the future of your neighborhood & ensure its growth reflects the needs of the people who live here.
New for 2025: A simplified, inclusive $200 annual membership so everyone can join—businesses, individuals, and supporters alike!
dNB Inc. is a vital part of the city. Their advocacy and programming have helped make our church more visible and connected to the heart of downtown. It’s run by people who live here—neighbors, artists, small business owners—and it shows in everything they do.
David Godinez – First Unitarian Church
Our Mission & Why It Matters
Membership in DNB Inc. means more than just belonging—it means impact.
A Stronger Downtown Together – Your membership fuels free events, grassroots initiatives, and programs that ensure downtown’s growth is inclusive and community-driven.
Amplified Marketing – Your business or work will be featured in our high-visibility social media and email campaigns.
Quarterly Community Meetings – Connect with fellow members, provide feedback, and help shape downtown’s direction.
dNB Inc. doesn’t just promote businesses—they collaborate. They’ve helped me create content, taught me how to improve it, and featured my shop in ways that have expanded our reach. Their events are inclusive, well-run, and always tied to a good cause. Investing in dNB Inc. is investing in a downtown that feels like a real community—not just a place to do business.
Myles Goulart – Hewn
Why is dNB Different?
dNB Inc. isn’t just another business organization—we’re a grassroots movement with a long-standing history of serving downtown New Bedford. We don’t just support local businesses—we fight for them. We don’t just plan events—we make them unforgettable. We don’t just talk about revitalization—we take action to ensure it’s equitable, community-driven, and uniquely New Bedford.
Since our rebrand in 2018, we have:
Revived & expanded DNB Inc’s most beloved community events: FallFest & Holiday Stroll
Created & maintained a vibrant online presence at downtownnb.org, including a consistently updated community listing and mobile-friendly map to connect residents, visitors, and businesses.
- Published yearly editions of our dNB Map & Guide—a beloved resource that helps tourists (and locals!) discover the best of downtown
Built a strong, engaging social media presence that actively promotes and amplifies small businesses
Produced high-impact print and digital marketing campaigns to showcase downtown shops, restaurants, art, and attractions
Partnered with the City of New Bedford and leading community organizations like NB Creative, BuyBlackNB, and AHA! New Bedford to champion local businesses and creatives
But what truly sets us apart is how deeply we care about the future of Downtown New Bedford.
We get it. We understand the diverse communities, the energy, and the identity that make this place special. We’re not trying to turn New Bedford into a corporate, soulless version of somewhere else—we want downtown to grow in a way that reflects the people who live and work here.
We champion local. We want more locally owned businesses run by New Bedford residents, more opportunities for local artists and creatives, and a downtown that welcomes and works for everyone.
We listen. We don’t just claim to represent the community—we actually engage, ask, and adapt based on what people need.
- We create real impact. Everything we’ve accomplished to date has been done without paid staff, just relentless dedication. Imagine what we can do with more support.
- We make things happen. From community events to social media marketing, we bring energy, creativity, and real strategy to everything we take on.
- We are fun, fresh, and forward-thinking. We execute high-quality, well-designed events, we market businesses effectively, and we understand the unique DNA of Downtown New Bedford.
This is why joining dNB Inc. isn’t just supporting an organization—it’s joining a movement to keep Downtown New Bedford vibrant, local, and uniquely its own.
Become a member & be part of the dNB movement!