Request for Proposals: LoveBFT

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Request for Proposals: LoveBFT

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Downtown Bellefonte Inc., an organization dedicated to the economic growth and vitality of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, seeks an individual or company to produce a physical representation of “LoveBFT.”  Over the course of the last two years, Downtown Bellefonte Inc. has worked with other Bellefonte organizations and businesses to utilize the social media hashtag #LoveBFT to promote […]


Downtown Bellefonte Inc. receives 2021 Main Street America accreditation

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Downtown Bellefonte Inc. has been designated as an accredited Main Street™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. “We are proud to recognize this year’s 889 […]


Now hiring: Main Street Manager

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Downtown Bellefonte Inc. is hiring a Main Street Manager! Applications are open through February 17, 2021. The Main Street Manager is the public face of DBI to Bellefonte and the surrounding community at large. They will promote downtown activities, educate businesses, serve as a listener, collaborator, clearinghouse, visionary, facilitator, and coordinator based on the four […]


Downtown Bellefonte Inc. funds second facade grant application; launches 2021 contest 

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Downtown Bellefonte Inc., an organization that aims to help the Bellefonte business community thrive, has announced a second recipient for the organization’s Best Facade Forward grant program. The program, first launched at the beginning of 2020, offers a $1,000 grant to downtown businesses to make updates to a business’ overall facade.  “First impressions matter,” said […]


Now hiring: Business Relations Coordinator

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Downtown Bellefonte Inc., an organization that supports business and economic growth in downtown Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, seeks a Business Relations Coordinator. POSITION SUMMARY: The Business Relations Coordinator will serve as a collaborator between Downtown Bellefonte Inc. and the business community, and grow public awareness of the organization’s efforts and activities as they pertain to business retention […]


Here’s what businesses are up to this Small Business Saturday

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Small Business Saturday is held each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, highlighting small, local businesses across the nation. Downtown Bellefonte Inc. strives each year to help businesses within our own community succeed on Small Business Saturday. When you Shop Small this holiday season, you’re not just supporting the local businesses you love — you’re […]


Downtown Bellefonte Inc. accepting applications for board of directors

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Interested in getting involved with Downtown Bellefonte Inc? We’re currently looking for applicants for our Board of Directors. Please fill out this form and return it to Gina Thompson, Main Street Manager, by September 15, 2020. Email your application to: manager@downtownbellefonteinc.com. We’re always looking for volunteers for our committees, as well. Committees include: Organization Economic […]


Support Local Now: Bellefonte Business Directory

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Find updates from Bellefonte’s local businesses (including ways to support them now) on their social media profiles, websites or by calling them. RESTAURANTS, BARS, AND FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS: In the Green Phase, food establishments are permitted to open, but many are still offering delivery or curbside pickup.   Axemann Brewery • 2042 Axemann Rd Suite 125 •  […]


Business announcements and opportunities amid COVID-19 outbreak

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In an effort to help our downtown businesses amid closures, cancellations and more, Downtown Bellefonte Inc. is curating this list of business changes and special notes from management. To be included on this list, email Gina Thompson at manager@downtownbellefonteinc.com.   Art a la Carte – CLOSED Art a la Carte will be closed for two […]


Outdoor Adventure Expo planned for June 9, 2019

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Downtown Bellefonte Inc. is excited to announce its next event, planned for June 9, 2019. The Outdoor Adventure Expo will highlight Bellefonte’s beautiful and easily accessible natural assets, while showcasing regional vendors and businesses that specialize in outdoors and recreation-related products. The event is planned from noon to 5 p.m. in the Talleyrand Park Annex. […]