Since incorporating in September 2003, North Capitol Main Street, Inc. has raised over $40,000 for neighborhood-based, business area improvement projects. The following is a summary of the organization's major goals and accomplishments.

1. Sponsor fundraising events to finance NCMS, Inc. projects.
   • Hold annual Winter Blues Silent Auction. Past Winter Blues events have each raised in excess of $13,000 per event.
   • More than 250 people attended Winter Blues '06, demonstrating the wide support NCMS, Inc. has in surrounding communities.
   • 2007 Winter Blues and Silent Auction was the best fundraising year ever. More local and corporate sponsors contributed to the overall success of the event.
2. Sponsor commercial brokers breakfast to showcase the retail opportunities available in the NCMS, Inc. area.
   • Identified and invited commercial brokers to the breakfast.
   • Toured properties available with local commercial brokers.
3. Initiate streetscape improvements along NCMS, Inc. area business corridors to enhance their visual appeal to potential retailers.
   • Funded installation of wrought iron fencing around tree boxes on the 1800 block of First St., NW
   • Funded installation of more than two dozen planters in the Bloomingdale and Eckington business districts.
4. Sponsor business development events within the NCMS, Inc. service area.
   • Organized grand opening celebration in support of Windows Café and Market, located in the western node of the NCMS, Inc. service area.
   • Advertised and issued a press release about the grand opening celebration.
   • Recognized Windows Café as the business of the year for the 2007 Winter Blues Silent Auction
5. Provide interior design assistance to a local NCMS, Inc. business.
   • Worked with the proprietors of the Windows Café and Market to select a contemporary and exciting color palette for the interior of the café.
   • Decorated the café to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for Bloomingdale's first sit-down dining establishment.
6. Commission local graphic artist to create logo for NCMS, Inc.
   • Worked with the graphic artist to ensure key visual elements of the neighborhood were incorporated into the design.
   • Unveiled commissioned and newly-designed logo at February 2006 Winter Blues and Silent Auction
7. Establish strong working relationship between North Capitol Main Street and law enforcement agencies.
   • Met with MPD officials and with U.S. Attorney's office to discuss public safety issues along North Capitol Street.
   • Participate in PSA 501 meetings and 5D CAC meetings.
8. Adopt and improve Truxton Park at North Capitol Street and Florida Avenue, NW. and the pocket park at North Capitol Street and Lincoln Road, NE.
   • Funded installation of River Birch and Crape Myrtle trees, ground cover, and spring bulbs.
   • Funded installation of wrought iron fencing.