local roots, global reach

540WMain was founded in 2016 as a grassroots community space in the Susan B. Anthony district of Rochester, NY.

Today, our purpose remains unchanged; engaging our community through antiracist, accessible, and compelling digital and virtual content, centering Black and Indigenous thinkers and creators.

Empowering Change Through Social Justice Education

540WMain, Inc. has long been a leader in antiracism education, equipping individuals and communities with tools to challenge systemic inequities. Currently, we are transitioning to become a nonprofit social justice-informed homeschool network. This new initiative builds on our legacy, creating inclusive digital resources and training to empower homeschooling families in dismantling racism at personal, institutional, and societal levels.

how we help

Our vision is a world free of racism.

Our vision is a world where equity and inclusion are the foundation of education and community.

our values

community

growing together with hard conversations & mutual support

inclusivity

you belong here; othering is not tolerated

accessible, affordable learning for homeschooled children and their parents

respect

acknowledgement of differences while connecting on values

social justice

rooted in antiracism and social justice, always

impact

impact over intent, the work we do has a very real effect on our community