Downtown Durham, Inc. Employee Directory
Civic and Social OrganizationsNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees
Downtown Durham, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Durham, North Carolina, formed in 1993 to act as a catalyst for downtown revitalization. Operating as a 501(c)6, the group oversees initiatives in a district where property owners contribute a supplemental tax to fund maintenance, placemaking, and marketing efforts that support local businesses. The organization has helped transform a formerly small downtown area into a thriving center with expanded office space, a growing number of residents and businesses, and increased visitor traffic, with ongoing plans to continue development toward near-term investment goals. DDI also administers the downtown Durham Business Improvement District, using the additional resources to support cleanliness, safety, and district-wide initiatives. The organization serves a broad mix of stakeholders in the downtown economy, including business owners, residents, and visitors seeking a vibrant urban core. Recent activities include launching programs such as Feast and The Streetery to stimulate downtown activity and support for new dining and public events.