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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">🌟</span></b><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> Volunteer at the 2026 Main Street America Now Conference!
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<b>April 13 to 15, 2026 | Tulsa, Oklahoma<o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Volunteers needed April 11-16, 2026<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">We are excited to welcome thousands of passionate leaders, downtown champions, and community builders to Tulsa for the nationwide 2026 Main Street America Now Conference. We need wonderful volunteers like
you to help make this event an unforgettable experience.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">As a volunteer, you will play an important role by welcoming attendees, assisting with logistics, supporting educational sessions, and sharing the warm hospitality that makes Tulsa special. Whether you are
a long time supporter of Main Street or simply someone who enjoys helping your community, there is a place for you on our team.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Why Volunteer?</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><br>
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">✨</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> Be part of a national event that celebrates community revitalization<br>
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">✨</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> Connect with inspiring leaders and professionals from across the country<br>
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">✨</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> Gain valuable experience in event planning and coordination<br>
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">✨</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> Enjoy special volunteer perks and recognition<br>
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">✨</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> Have fun while making a meaningful impact<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">How to Get Involved</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><br>
Sign up today to join our volunteer team and help us show the country why Tulsa is a city full of creativity, connection, and community pride.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Important<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Please make sure to <b><i><u>sign up to volunteer before</u></i></b> registering for the conference. Individuals who sign up for and complete at least 6 hours of volunteer service will receive a discount code
by email from Tamara Nelson, which can be applied to their conference registration.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">👉</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt">
<b>Volunteer Registration:</b> <a href="https://nationalmainstreetcenter.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=100153">
<span style="color:#467886">https://nationalmainstreetcenter.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=100153</span></a>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Thank you for helping us make the 2026 Main Street America Now Conference an outstanding experience for everyone!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in;mso-ligatures:none">Tamara Nelson, Economic Development Specialist<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in;mso-ligatures:none">Oklahoma Main Street Center | Oklahoma Department of
Commerce</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white;vertical-align:baseline"><u><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#004D9A;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="mailto:Tamara.Nelson@OKCommerce.gov"><span style="color:blue">Tamara.Nelson@OKCommerce.gov</span></a>
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<i>(text capable)</i></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="https://okcommerce.gov/"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#004D9A;border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">OKcommerce.gov</span></a></span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#004D9A;mso-ligatures:none">
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