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Here you will find information for the creation and management of block associations and other nonprofit community organizations. In addition, the Coalition's Membership Committee offers mentoring and assistance to those seeking to start a block association or community group. For more information about these services, contact us at upperwestsidecoalition@gmail.com.
Resources for Block Associations
Resources for Block Associations
Best Practices & Case Studies
8 Steps to Starting a Block Association (UWS Coalition)
Coffee at the Curb: Brewing Momentum for a Block-By-Block Revival on the Upper West Side ((Bethany Crystal, Hard Mode First, June 2, 2025)
Amid the Pandemic, Neighbors Bonded and a Block Association Was Born; You Can Do It Too (Lisa Kava, West Side Rag, February 24, 2021)
How to Start a Neighborhood Association (Katherine Cusamano, The New York Times, June 6, 2020)
How Block Associations Work to Make NYC a City of Neighbors (Alanna Shubach, Brick Underground, Sept. 12, 2016)
Sample Organizational Materials
Sample Organizational Materials
Resources for Nonprofits
Resources for Nonprofits
Starting and Maintaining a Nonprofit in New York: A Step-by-Step Guide (Foundation Group)
Guidelines for Charities and Nonprofits Operating for Social Welfare Purposes (IRS)
New York State Non-Profit Incorporation Application (New York State)
Robert's Rules of Order Cheat Sheet for Nonprofits (Board Effect)
Funding Sources
Community Leaders Grant, financial microgrant offered by CitizensNYC
Love Your Block (LYB), financial microgrant offered by NYC Service
Tool Grant Application and Starter Kit, materials grant offered by NYC's Sanitation Foundation
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