The Upper West Side Coalition was formed in 2021 when a dozen block associations came together to create an umbrella organization to help community groups form and thrive. Block Associations unite neighbors to beautify our blocks, solve local issues and support programs like composting and recycling. We recognize that we all benefit from diverse and inclusive neighborhoods and we are committed to creating an open and welcoming environment for all members of the community. The more we connect with each other, the stronger we will be.
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"Well organized block associations, like so many on the West Side, enhance their neighborhood's sense of community engagement. The community board is indebted to them for bringing issues to our attention, providing support on constituent services, and getting the word out on so many issues, large and small."
Beverly Donohue, Chair, Community Board 7
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UWS Coalition Welcomes New Members
At its third annual meeting on May 17, 2023, the Coalition formally welcomed six new members, bringing our membership to 15 organizations with more in discussions about joining.
The new block associations include the West 89th Street Park Block Association (covering Columbus Avenue to Central Park West) and West 95th Street Block Association (covering Broadway to Amsterdam).
Four nonprofit community groups joined this year, each with a longstanding history of serving the Upper West Side, including DOROT, Goddard Riverside, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, and the New York Society for Ethical Culture
For a complete list of member organizations, click on Who We Are in the menu bar above.
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