Founded in 1997, the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (BID) is a private non-profit 501(c)(6) corporation that works to enhance the central business district in Washington, DC. The BID's primary focus is to provide a clean, safe and friendly environment within its 42 blocks of public space for area workers and visitors, and to retain and attract businesses to the Golden Triangle.

The BID represents 30 million square feet of commercial office space, 4,000 businesses, 600 retailers, 200 restaurants, seven hotels, and five U.S. National Parks. All commercial property owners within the Golden Triangle are members.

The BID elects a Board of Directors to govern its activities, and its day-to-day management is overseen by a full-time staff headquartered in the center of the Golden Triangle.