The Wayne Carter Main Street Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to celebrate the life and legacy of Wayne Carter, MSARP—a visionary leader who dedicated his career to transforming Florida’s communities through the power of Main Street. Wayne was more than a professional—he was a mentor, a motivator, and a true changemaker who believed deeply in local places and the people behind them.
This scholarship keeps his legacy alive by helping local Main Street programs across Florida gain access to the training, tools, and connections they need to grow and thrive. It supports attendance at industry-leading conferences—because stronger leaders mean stronger communities.
This fund is made possible through the generous support of people like you—people who believe in the mission, just like Wayne did.
If you’ve ever been impacted by the Main Street movement…
If you believe in the power of local leadership…
If you want to see Florida’s downtowns remain vibrant, inclusive, and full of life…
We hope you’ll consider making a contribution. Your gift directly supports the professional development of Main Street leaders across Florida—and helps carry forward the vision of someone who spent his life building better communities.