Early preview. We are building this in the open. The list is still growing, so some groups are missing and some details may be out of date.
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Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
12th and Cambria Advisory Board is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower North part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Network or meetup · West Park
Men in family and community roles who care for neighborhoods. They teach and encourage young people and local advocates about gun violence, schools, and neglected spaces, and they run neighborhood clean-ups each spring and fall.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper North part of the city, A Concerned Community Association (ACCA) gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
ACANA CDC- United Southwest Neighbors is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the University Southwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · West
Achieveability is a nonprofit working to end generational poverty for West Philadelphia families through housing help, mentoring, workshops, and job support. The City also lists it as a Neighborhood Advisory Committee and a registered community organization.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
If you care about what gets built near you, All In The Family Group Associates Incorporated is a City registered community organization in the Lower North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
Allegheny West Civic Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Far Northeast
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city, Arbours at Eagle Pointe Community Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
If you care about what gets built near you, Asian American Federation of the United States is a City registered community organization in the Central part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Central
A Philadelphia nonprofit, founded in 1985, that builds leadership in Asian American communities. It runs youth leadership programs, a yearly Mid-Autumn Festival in Chinatown, culture and storytelling projects, and civic and immigrant rights work.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower North
Athletic Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Lower North part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
Awbury Arboretum Neighbors is a neighbors group for East Germantown, founded in 1974, that sends out newsletters and meeting notices and meets online each month to talk over local issues, including zoning and development.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper Northwest
Awbury Park & Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Upper Northwest part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
Baynton Hill Neighbors is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Upper Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
Beech Community Services Incorporated is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Upper North part of the city, Belfield Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
Bella Vista Neighbors Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Central part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
Belmont Alliance Civic Association CDC is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the University Southwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · North Delaware
Neighbors and community leaders who run a weekly food pantry and shower service, hold block cleanups, ran a holiday toy drive, and offer mental health first aid training. Their work on violence prevention and job readiness is still mostly in planning.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A volunteer-run nonprofit that organizes cleanups against litter and illegal dumping across Philadelphia. It also hosts block parties and works with schools and businesses on clean streets.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
Blue Bell Hill Civic Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Upper Northwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A charity that runs its own youth education workshops, health outreach, and social welfare help, and invites volunteers and partners through a contact form. The site does not say when or where its programs meet.
Last active date not known yet
Program · Upper Far Northeast
Boyle Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Neighbors in Brewerytown and Sharswood who review zoning requests for nearby building projects. Each month they hold a Zoom meeting where residents hear from applicants and vote, then they send the Zoning Board of Adjustment their position.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
If you care about what gets built near you, Bridesburg Community Action Alliance is a City registered community organization in the River Wards part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · River Wards
Bridesburg Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the River Wards part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Broad Street West Civic Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper North part of the city, Building Bridges In Greater Olney (B.B.G.O.) gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central Northeast
A City-registered neighborhood group in the Central Northeast. Its name says it is both a town watch and a civic association, and the City lists it to hear about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Far Northeast
Bustleton Neighbors Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Central
The Philadelphia chapter of a civil rights group for Muslim communities. It helps people report discrimination, publishes know your rights guides, runs a youth leadership program, and shares voter registration information.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Callowhill Neighborhood Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Central part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · West Park
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the West Park part of the city, Carousel House Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A volunteer coalition that has pushed to keep casinos out of Philadelphia since the mid 2000s. The newest coverage we found is from 2014, so check whether it is still active before you go.
Last seen active: March 2014
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
Cathedral Park Community Development Association works on affordable housing and neighborhood improvement in West Philadelphia. It is also a Registered Community Organization (RCO), a group the City asks developers to consult about nearby zoning and building plans, so neighbors can have a say through it.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower North
Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Lower North part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A community association for the Cedar Park neighborhood of West Philadelphia, open to households and businesses there. It holds public community meetings, runs committees such as parks and holiday baskets, and sends a weekly newsletter.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
If you care about what gets built near you, Cedar Point Park Neighborhood Association is a City registered community organization in the University Southwest part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
Celestial Community Development Corporation is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · University Southwest
A community development group for East Parkside that works to preserve and revitalize the area through partnerships. In May 2026 it listed a spring festival in North Star Park.
Last seen active: May 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Centennial Parkside Community Development Corporation works to preserve and revitalize East Parkside with residents, local businesses, and institutions. It is also a Registered Community Organization (RCO), so neighbors can have a say in nearby zoning and building plans.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · East Parkside
A community development group for East Parkside, made up of residents, business owners and development partners, that works to preserve and revitalize the neighborhood.
Last seen active: September 2023
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Center City Organized for Responsible Development is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Central part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Central part of the city, Center City Residents Association (CCRA) gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
If you care about what gets built near you, Central Delaware Advocacy Group (CDAG) is a City registered community organization in the Central part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Central Manayunk Council is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Central Roxborough Civic Association (CRCA) is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
The Chestnut Hill Business District runs public cleanups and street events in the Chestnut Hill shopping area. It is also one of the City's registered community organizations, so it reviews variance requests for projects inside its district.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Chestnut Hill Conservancy is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Upper Northwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
Chew and Belfield Neighbors Club is a nonprofit founded in 1981 that runs neighborhood cleanups, free tutoring and classes, and job help, and holds a free summer clothing and furniture giveaway.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A Pennsylvania advocacy group that pushes lawmakers to invest in children living with poverty and hardship. It publishes election guides and candidate questionnaire answers so families can see where officials stand.
Last active date not known yet
Program · West
Christy Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the West part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Southwest
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Lower Southwest part of the city, Cibotti Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
A ten week evening course, run each fall at the Police Academy, that teaches residents how police operate.
Last seen active: August 2023
Neighborhood or civic group
A special services district that works mostly with businesses and property owners along City Avenue in Philadelphia and Lower Merion. It also runs community events such as block parties, food trucks, and a movie night, and it is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) that developers consult about nearby zoning and building plans.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
A public directory of the City's advisory boards and commissions, for example the Civic Design Review Board, the Housing Advisory Board and the Commission on Faith Based and Interfaith Affairs, most unpaid, that a resident can ask to serve on.
Last seen active: July 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
Cliveden Hills Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Upper Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West
Cobbs Creek Area Residents is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the West part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · West
Cobbs Creek Recreation Center & Pool is a recreation center in the West part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
If you care about what gets built near you, Cobbs Creek Watershed RCO is a City registered community organization in the University Southwest part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Volunteers who build free, open source tools that help the public in Philadelphia. The group keeps a directory of projects where people can find a place to help.
Last active date not known yet
Program · River Wards
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the River Wards part of the city, Cohocksink Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
Community Action Group is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · West Park
A Philadelphia group that helps whole families build self-sufficiency and learn about services they can use. Its YES youth program, running since 1997, works to keep students in school, and its site has voter pages for 2026.
Last seen active: October 2025
Nonprofit · Upper North
Neighbors in East Oak Lane who connect residents, local businesses, and groups to help the area live and work well together. Volunteers and youth prepare and deliver meals to older neighbors each week, and the group runs weekly wellness check-ins.
Last seen active: August 2025
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
If you care about what gets built near you, Community on the Rise is a City registered community organization in the North Delaware part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Concerned Citizens of Point Breeze gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
If you care about what gets built near you, Concerned Neighbors for Change is a City registered community organization in the Upper North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower North
Cruz Recreation Center is a recreation center in the Lower North part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Dearnley Park neighbors who meet on Zoom to review zoning board requests and city projects, such as a water main replacement, and speak up for the area. The group has also talked about cleanup projects with a neighboring association.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Lower Northeast
A nonprofit on Ditman Street that runs a mobile food distribution called Soup for Souls, a mentor program for children, and a campaign to rebuild the Ditman Community Center.
Last active date not known yet
Program · Lower North
Dendy Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Lower North part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A public forum that pushes for better design and fairer outcomes in Philadelphia's planning, architecture, preservation and building projects. It holds monthly public events and publishes advocacy articles.
Last seen active: September 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A neighbors' association for the area between 4th and 6th Streets, from Washington Avenue to Snyder Avenue. It works on parks, cleanups, safety, and zoning, and the City consults it on local development.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North Delaware
Disston Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the North Delaware part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A registered community organization for University City property owners, formed in 2012. It keeps members up to date on nearby development projects, and the City asks developers to talk with it about nearby zoning and building plans.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
An all-volunteer nonprofit, incorporated in 1975, that speaks for East Falls residents on zoning, development and neighborhood issues. It meets monthly and holds open forums, such as a candidates night before local elections.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
East Kensington neighbors who meet once a month to share concerns and run committees for cleanups, greening, youth programs, historic preservation, and zoning. A member can join a committee or simply come to the monthly meeting.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper Northwest part of the city, East Mt. Airy Neighbors gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
East Parkside Residential Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the University Southwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · South
East Passyunk Community Recreation Center is a recreation center in the South part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Neighbors in the East Passyunk area who follow zoning and development plans and meet monthly to talk them over. The group also runs volunteer cleanups, tree care and a community garden, and hosts neighborhood events such as a fall festival.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A City-registered neighborhood group for the Point Breeze area. Neighbors join committees on zoning, outreach, technology, cleanups and public safety, and the group holds general meetings and community events.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Far Northeast
A City-registered neighborhood group in the Lower Far Northeast. The City lists it to hear about zoning and development proposals in its area.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
The Eastwick Friends & Neighbors Coalition is a group of neighbors who work on flooding, the Clearview Landfill cleanup, and the refinery land. It has posted public meetings and news since 2012, but its newest posts are from 2022, so check before you plan to come.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Eastwick United CDC is a group of Eastwick residents working on local issues such as flooding, the Amazon warehouse on Elmwood Avenue, and the Hilco refinery cleanup. It is also a City-registered community organization. Its website lists no upcoming meetings, and its newest dated news is from April 2022.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
A collective that pairs political education with organizing, helping people make sense of the world and work toward change together.
Last active date not known yet
Program
Appointed residents staff the City's 1,703 voting divisions on election day, opening and closing polling places and checking in voters.
Last active date not known yet
Program · Upper North
Emanuel Recreation Center is a recreation center in the Upper North part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Southwest
Empowered CDC is one of the City's Neighborhood Advisory Committees in Southwest Philadelphia. Residents can get help finding City services and ways to get more involved in their neighborhood.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
Penn students who design engineering projects to help communities meet basic needs. Some projects are local and some are international.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit · West
ECS Philly works to reduce poverty in Philadelphia, mostly in West Philadelphia, with a food pantry, housing help, one-on-one coaching, after-school enrichment, and monthly community dinners. The City also lists it as a Neighborhood Advisory Committee that ECS leads.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
The neighborhood group for Fairmount. It shares local news, follows zoning and development plans, and hosts community events such as Neighbors Nights and a fall stoop sale.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the North part of the city, Feltonville Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper North
Finley Recreation Center is a recreation center in the Upper North part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
The neighborhood association for Fishtown. Neighbors meet at general membership meetings, work on beautification, safety and planning committees, and run community events such as a holiday party and a chili cookoff.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · River Wards
Fishtown Recreation Center is a recreation center in the River Wards part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Fitler Square Neighborhood Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the South part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · South
Ford Recreation Center is a recreation center in the South part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central Northeast
The neighborhood civic group for Fox Chase. It meets monthly with the Fox Chase Town Watch, reviews zoning and building proposals near the neighborhood, and works with local police and elected officials.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Foxx Lane RCO is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower Northwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northeast
Frankford CDC is a community development group in Lower Northeast Philadelphia. It works on small business help, affordable and workforce housing, job programs, and keeping vacant lots and corridors clean. The City also lists it as a neighborhood advisory group.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the River Wards part of the city, Frankford Kensington Development Council gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A resident-run neighborhood group for Old City, covering the area from the Ben Franklin Bridge north to Callowhill Street and from Letitia Street east to 6th Street. It follows zoning and planning and shares neighborhood news, with community meetings and cleanups.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · Lower North
Neighbors who help keep Benson Park clean, safe, and green. They host events such as movie nights, picnics, and cookouts, and they meet every month.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · University Southwest
Neighbors who support Clark Park in West Philadelphia. They push for the park upgrades the City approved, such as nature-based playgrounds and a permanent restroom, and they host events such as Parktoberfest.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · Central
Neighbors who look after Columbus Square park. They host park cleanups, outdoor movie nights, and neighborhood events, and they want the park to be a shared space for everyone nearby.
Last active date not known yet
Friends group · Central
Neighbors who look after Gold Star Park, a small park on Wharton Street in South Philadelphia. They run programs for kids, families, and dog owners, and they invite new volunteers to help.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · Lower Northwest
Neighbors who care for Gorgas Park in Roxborough. They put on park concerts and family events, and they hold spring planting and cleanup days.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · River Wards
Neighbors who look after Harrowgate Park in Kensington. They put on park events such as a movie night and a winter tree lighting, and they take part in neighborhood art projects.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · Central
Neighbors who look after Jefferson Square Park on Washington Avenue in Pennsport. They hold a park cleanup on the second Saturday of the month and welcome ideas for the park.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · South
A nonprofit group for Julian Abele Park, a small park on 22nd Street in Southwest Center City. Members meet about eight times a year, and the group runs a summer concert series.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · South
Neighbors who care for Schuylkill River Park. They raise money and push for park upgrades, organize volunteer shifts, and host events such as a farmers market, basketball tournaments, and a fall festival.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · Central
Neighbors and local businesses that support the South Street police mini-station. They raise money for station equipment and upkeep, run community events such as bike rides, and hold toy and clothing drives from time to time.
Last seen active: October 2024
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A registered community association for the Garden Court neighborhood in West Philadelphia, active since the mid-1950s on neighborhood problems, housing and local gardens. Its news includes park cleanups, a school garden donation, and plant and vegetable giveaways.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Lower North part of the city, Gathers Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Upper Northwest
The community radio station for Germantown, on the air as G-Town Radio at 92.9 FM (WGGT-LP). It airs local music and talk shows, posts podcasts, and runs an artist residency with public gatherings.
Last seen active: August 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
Germantown United CDC is a Neighborhood Advisory Committee listed by the City of Philadelphia, a local community organization that works with the City on services and priorities in the Upper Northwest part of the city.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Girard Estate Area Residents (GEAR) is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the South part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Girard Estate Neighbors Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Grays Ferry Coalition of Neighbors gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Grays Ferry Community Council gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
A Germantown neighborhood group that shares seeds and tools, runs a mutual aid fund and time bank, and works on housing and emergency preparedness so current residents can stay.
Last seen active: August 2024
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Far Northeast
If you care about what gets built near you, Greater Bustleton Civic League is a City registered community organization in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
GPASS is a nonprofit social service center in North Philadelphia. It runs the Neighborhood Advisory Committee for the Olney and Logan area, a City-backed program that connects residents to City services and gives neighbors a voice on local needs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · South
A South Philadelphia nonprofit that runs family programs, including early learning and free Pre-K, after-school and summer camps, benefits and bill help, and adult and parent classes. It also includes a Neighborhood Advisory Committee for the area.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · South
Guerin Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the South part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Northwest
Gustine Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Lower Northwest part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Lower North
A housing nonprofit that builds and repairs homes with volunteers across Philadelphia and runs the ReStore. Individuals and groups can volunteer, and the page says all volunteers are welcome.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
HACE CDC is the registered community organization for part of Fairhill and St. Hugh. It holds public virtual meetings where residents hear about development projects that need zoning changes, and they can weigh in before the city decides.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
Harrowgate Civic Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the River Wards part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · South
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the South part of the city, Hawthorne Cultural Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A volunteer group for the Hawthorne neighborhood in South Philadelphia. It works on safety, zoning, parks and street trees, and youth and adult computer classes, and it holds open community meetings for neighbors.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
Hestonville Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the West Park part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Northwest
Hillside Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Lower Northwest part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
If you care about what gets built near you, HMC Squared Community Association, INC is a City registered community organization in the West Park part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
If you care about what gets built near you, Holme Circle Civic Association is a City registered community organization in the North Delaware part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the North Delaware part of the city, Holmesburg Civic Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit
A community lab based at Karakung Reef in West Philadelphia that tests climate ideas with neighbors. Its projects include solar installs, a heat shelter with solar-powered sprinklers, and hands-on solar and papermaking sessions.
Last seen active: February 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West
HopePHL serves as a Neighborhood Advisory Committee for the City of Philadelphia, linking residents in the West part of the city to services and giving them a voice.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
A neighborhood committee and nonprofit for the Hunting Park area. It helps residents with utility bill grants, energy savings, repairs, and emergency food, and it holds community meetings on zoning.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North
Hunting Park Recreation Center is a recreation center in the North part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Friends group · North
A neighborhood group in Hunting Park that cleans and greens the park, plants trees and gardens, and runs family fitness days and senior programs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the River Wards part of the city, Impact Community Development Corporation gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Central Northeast
Jardel Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Central Northeast part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
If you care about what gets built near you, Jayhawks Community Association is a City registered community organization in the University Southwest part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
Jefferson Manor Community Organization is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northeast
Juniata Park Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Northeast part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Northwest
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Lower Northwest part of the city, Kendrick Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · River Wards
A nonprofit trust that acquires and develops affordable homes and shops along Kensington Avenue, so that local residents and business owners keep a say over how the property is used. It shares news updates and a business directory.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group
Kingsessing Area Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the University Southwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Upper North
A Philadelphia nonprofit on the IRS rolls. We found no working website or public page, so what it does and how to join are not confirmed.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A community development group for the Lancaster Avenue corridor in West Philadelphia. It helps small businesses start and grow, and as a registered community organization it gives neighbors a place to hear about zoning and development projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Lawncrest Community Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower Northeast part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Northeast
Lawncrest Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Lower Northeast part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A nonpartisan voting rights group that works on voter education and registration in Philadelphia. Members staff tables at public events and sign up volunteers for shifts.
Last seen active: August 2026
Program · University Southwest
Lee Cultural Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the University Southwest part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Central
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Central part of the city, Lloyd Hall hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
Logan Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Upper North part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
If you care about what gets built near you, Logan Community Enterprise Center, Inc. is a City registered community organization in the Upper North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Neighbors in Logan Square who meet monthly to talk about zoning, safety, transportation and building plans, then share the group's views with the City and developers. The group has operated for about 50 years.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper Northwest
Lonnie Young Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Upper Northwest part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A volunteer civic group for Lower Moyamensing in South Philadelphia, the blocks roughly from Broad to 7th Streets and Snyder to Oregon Avenues. Members run a spring and fall flea market, a holiday tree recycling drive, and an environmental committee that organizes cleanups and tree care.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
Lower North Philadelphia CDC serves as a Neighborhood Advisory Committee for the City of Philadelphia, linking residents in the Lower North part of the city to services and giving them a voice.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Manayunk Neighborhood Council is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower Northwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
Mantua Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the University Southwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
If you care about what gets built near you, MAP Holistic CDC is a City registered community organization in the Lower North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Central
Marian Anderson Recreation Center is a recreation center in the Central part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Lower North part of the city, Martin Luther King Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
The business improvement district for the Mayfair shopping streets along Frankford, Cottman, Ryan, and Robbins Avenues. Commercial property owners fund it, and it runs public events such as the Third Thursday Night Market.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
Mayfair Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the North Delaware part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Far Northeast
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city, McArdle Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the North part of the city, McDevitt Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the North part of the city, McVeigh Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Far Northeast
If you care about what gets built near you, Mechanicsville Civic Association is a City registered community organization in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West
Mill Creek Advisory Council is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the West part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · University Southwest
Neighbors working to strengthen the Mill Creek area of West Philadelphia through free art and education programs, community events, and voter information.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Far Northeast
Millbrook Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Upper North part of the city, Morris Estate Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Mt. Airy Business Improvement District is the business district for Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy. It keeps the commercial strip clean, cares for six small pocket parks, and holds open Zoom meetings where neighbors can hear about and respond to development projects.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A community development group in the Mantua area of West Philadelphia, formed in 1977. It runs a weekly food pantry, helps residents with rent, utility and property tax costs, and runs the neighborhood advisory committee that links residents to City services.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · South
Murphy Recreation Center is a recreation center in the South part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · University Southwest
Myers Recreation Center is a recreation center in the University Southwest part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Central
Promotes February 1 as National Freedom Day, a day meant to honor freedom for all Americans. The group works through education, civic programs, and community events, and its site lists ways to join, volunteer, or give.
Last seen active: January 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Far Northeast
A neighborhood group in Northeast Philadelphia that runs a town watch and helps residents, including immigrant and limited-English speakers, find local resources. It also holds information meetings on local programs and laws.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
Center City neighbors who talk about the proposed redevelopment of Market East and nearby building plans. The group hosts community meetings where people share ideas for projects that would serve everyday residents.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the West Park part of the city, Neighbors of Overbrook Association (NOAH) gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A board of Penn students who advise the Netter Center, a university center that works with West Philadelphia on community problems.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit · River Wards
New Kensington CDC is a community-based nonprofit that helps neighbors with housing counseling and home repairs, small business help, and health and gardening programs. It also works with the City on local priorities and is a registered community organization for zoning talks.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · North
A community development group in Nicetown that runs a yearly summer festival with concerts and a Land Care program for parks and gardens. The City lists it as the Friends group for Nicetown Park, but its website does not mention the park.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
If you care about what gets built near you, The Nicetown Congress is a City registered community organization in the North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Nicetown-Tioga Improvement Team is a neighborhood group, formed in 1998, that works as an umbrella for more than 50 local groups and block captains. Its monthly meeting is where neighbors hear about zoning and building plans and talk about housing, schools and jobs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group · University Southwest
A Penn program, run with the Netter Center and the Wharton Undergraduate Division, that pairs student teams with Philadelphia nonprofits for year-long projects.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Far Northeast
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city, Normandy Civic Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
Norris Square Community Action Network-NSCAN is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
If you care about what gets built near you, North Central East RCO is a City registered community organization in the Lower North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
North Central Philadelphia Susquehanna Community Development Corporation is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the North part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Network or meetup
A group of Northeast Philadelphia organizations that connects neighbors to services. It runs a free produce pickup every Wednesday afternoon at Hamilton Disston School.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · South
North of Washington Avenue Coalition is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the South part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city, Northeast Community Civic Alliance gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the North Delaware part of the city, Northeast Philadelphia Development Corporation gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
Neighbors who look after Liberty Lands, the community-owned park, and keep watch on zoning and building plans in Northern Liberties. They also run clean-ups, park music and movie nights, and walk-in office hours.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Central
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Central part of the city, Northern Liberties Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Upper Northwest
A nonprofit community land trust that raises money to buy land for affordable housing. It runs a fundraising page to fund land purchases.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northeast
Northwood Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Northeast part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Nueva Esperanza is a faith-based nonprofit in the Hunting Park area that runs charter schools, a college branch, job training, housing counseling, immigration legal help, and arts and music classes. It is also a City registered community organization for reviewing zoning and building plans in the North part of the city.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
If you care about what gets built near you, Oak Lane Community Action Association is a City registered community organization in the Upper North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Oak Lane/Wister Community Coalition is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Upper North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
If you care about what gets built near you, Old City District is a City registered community organization in the Central part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
If you care about what gets built near you, Olde Kensington Neighborhood Association is a City registered community organization in the Lower North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
If you care about what gets built near you, Olde Richmond Civic Association is a City registered community organization in the River Wards part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Online
Runs festivals, events, podcasts and partnerships that celebrate the many cultures of the Olney neighborhood in North Philadelphia. It has operated since 2014.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper North
Olney Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Upper North part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Club
A Philadelphia alumnae chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha, chartered in 1926. Its foundation gives scholarships and grants, and the chapter runs public programs such as health fairs and voter events.
Last active date not known yet
Nonprofit
A group that brings neighbors, businesses, and community groups together along the Delaware riverfront. It runs the July 4th FreedomFest fireworks festival.
Last seen active: July 2026
Nonprofit · River Wards
Runs Sunshine House in Kensington, a support space for people dealing with addiction. It also does outreach, community clean-ups, food drives and overdose-reversal (Narcan) training.
Last seen active: January 2025
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Lower Northwest part of the city, Original Morrocco's of Francisville inc. gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
Neighbors in Overbrook Farms who run a civic club founded in 1892. They care for local history and historic preservation, follow nearby building and zoning plans, and host a block party and fall events.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the West Park part of the city, Overbrook Park Civic Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the West Park part of the city, Overbrook West Neighbors, Inc. gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A nonprofit civic association for the Packer Park area of South Philadelphia, north of Pattison Avenue and west of Broad Street. It works to improve living conditions and civic pride in the area, and the City lists it as a Registered Community Organization that is consulted on nearby zoning and building proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Central
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Central part of the city, Palumbo Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the West Park part of the city, Parkside Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · West Park
Parkside-Evans Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the West Park part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Central
A not-for-profit that works to turn the Benjamin Franklin Parkway into a park for everyone. It runs summer programs in Maja Park and a yearly art installation on the Parkway.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Far Northeast
If you care about what gets built near you, Parkwood Area Civic Association is a City registered community organization in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Southwest
If you care about what gets built near you, Paschall Betterment League, Inc is a City registered community organization in the Lower Southwest part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Passyunk Square Civic Association is a volunteer-run nonprofit for the Passyunk Square neighborhood, which runs from Broad Street to 6th Street and from Washington Avenue to Tasker Street. It works on local history and character, neighborhood events, and small business support, and it follows zoning and development plans in the area.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
Penn Knox Neighborhood Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Upper Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A nonpartisan, student-run voter program open to the whole university. It helps people register, check their registration and get ready to vote, and it encourages year-round involvement in local, state and national issues.
Last seen active: September 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Neighbors in Pennsport who meet most months with city and state officials to hear about zoning and building projects. The group also runs neighborhood cleanups and park volunteer days.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · South
A Philadelphia group that helps residents understand the city budget and push for public money for the services people need. Anyone can attend a Budget 101 or Budget 201 workshop or monthly office hours, take the budget survey, or join the newsletter.
Last seen active: June 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the University Southwest part of the city, People's Emergency Center Community Development Corporation gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Club
The Philadelphia alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, with about 700 members. It works on education, health, economic development and civic life in the city, and it opens some of its events to the public.
Last seen active: October 2026
Network or meetup · Central
A network of cooperative businesses and credit unions in the Philadelphia region. It offers help to start and run co-ops, and its online resources are open to anyone starting a co-op.
Last seen active: August 2025
Program
Any Philadelphia resident can become captain of their own block. You collect signatures from neighbors on a petition, then organize block cleanups and help with the street's upkeep with the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee.
Last seen active: August 2024
Program
A city program where one resident per block takes on the job of keeping the block clean and connected: captains organize cleanups and block projects and pass along city news to neighbors.
Last seen active: January 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
The community development group for Chinatown. It builds affordable housing, offers housing counseling and help getting benefits, runs the Crane Community Center, and hosts events such as the Night Market. The City also names it a Neighborhood Advisory Committee, which links residents to City programs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A nonpartisan coalition of community groups, mostly registered neighborhood organizations, that works on zoning, affordable housing and property tax issues.
Last active date not known yet
Program · Lower North
Block captains and the city's More Beautiful Committee organize Saturday cleanups by police district each spring and summer, working with the Department of Sanitation. A yearly Clean Block Contest judges a set of registered blocks, and every contest block receives cash.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
The City of Philadelphia office that creates programs for immigrant residents and helps them connect to city services and civic life. Each September it runs Welcoming Week, a set of public events.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
An advisory body of young Philadelphians who comment on City youth policy, help create youth programs and partner with youth organizations.
Last seen active: July 2026
Network or meetup
Volunteers who build free, community-run Wi-Fi in North Philadelphia. They put antennas on rooftops and in homes so neighbors can get online.
Last seen active: July 2025
Program
The City's largest single day citywide cleanup, where residents and organizations register a project or sign up to help with an existing one.
Last seen active: March 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Philly Thrive (SWPDC) is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the South part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A community group for Point Breeze in South Philadelphia. It holds a monthly meeting, runs committees on housing, jobs, safety, quality of life and youth, and is a City registered community organization that talks over zoning and development plans.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Point Breeze Network Plus is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the South part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
Pomona Cherokee Civic Council (PCCC) RCO is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Upper Northwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
If you care about what gets built near you, Poplar Community Organization is a City registered community organization in the Central part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the River Wards part of the city, Port Richmond Industrial Development Enterprise (PRIDE) gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
Port Richmond On Patrol & Civic Association (PROPAC) is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the River Wards part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
An all-volunteer group of Powelton Village residents that is also a Registered Community Organization, so developers talk with it about nearby zoning and building plans. It also organizes clean-ups and social events.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
If you care about what gets built near you, Price-Knox Neighbors Assn. is a City registered community organization in the Upper Northwest part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Network or meetup · University Southwest
Connects West Philadelphia residents with researchers in the Promise Zone, so neighbors can help shape and review community research.
Last seen active: December 2023
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
The neighborhood association for Queen Village, founded in 1969. It follows nearby zoning and building plans through a zoning committee, organizes Friends of park groups for cleanups and planting days, and publishes a quarterly newsletter.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
RAH Civic Association is a City registered community organization in the North part of the city, made up of residents who share neighborhood news and follow zoning and development plans. Its own site says community meetings are on hold for now, and its newest dated post is from September 2024.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Lower Northwest
A nonprofit that makes free home repairs for homeowners who need them, with volunteer crews doing the work. Its block builds bring 100 to 250 volunteers to repair 10 to 15 homes in one area over two days.
Last seen active: April 2024
Program
Lets anyone become a voting member of their local rec center's advisory council just by attending one meeting and signing in, with elected officer roles for more involved members.
Last seen active: February 2024
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
Regent Square Civic Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the University Southwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
A neighborhood association for upper Roxborough, founded in 1980, that works to protect local greenways, waterways and the watershed and speaks up on zoning and quality of life. Members meet a few times a year and help with a spring street cleanup.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Residents Organized for Advocacy and Direction gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Upper Northwest
A local news group for Philadelphia neighborhoods. It sends free text updates in English and Spanish, runs a Germantown news site, and publishes G-Town Beat, a series of community briefings on topics like property rights.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central Northeast
The neighborhood civic group for Rhawnhurst. Its monthly meeting brings police community relations reports, updates from elected officials' offices, and talk about local zoning issues.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
A volunteer-run, non-partisan community group for the Roxborough and Manayunk area since 1995. It reviews zoning requests, plants street trees, organizes neighborhood cleanups, and supports historic preservation.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
One of the neighborhood groups the City has registered to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Central part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North
Rivera Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the North part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
The Roxborough development group that runs and promotes public neighborhood events, such as the Roxtoberfest street festival, and keeps a local news and events page and business directory. The City also lists it as a registered community organization.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
S.A.F.E. Streets Coalition is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the University Southwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · River Wards
Samuel Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the River Wards part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · West
Sayre-Morris Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the West part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · North
Scanlon Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the North part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program
Places full time AmeriCorps VISTA members for a year of paid, stipend supported national service inside City offices, for example the Office of Immigrant Affairs.
Last seen active: August 2026
Program · West
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the West part of the city, Shepard Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower North
Shissler Recreation Center is a recreation center in the Lower North part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper North
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Upper North part of the city, Simons Youth Center & Teen Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A volunteer group that works to keep Society Hill clean, safe and historically intact. It speaks up on zoning and development, runs neighborhood clean-up and tree programs, and keeps residents informed with a weekly update and a bi-monthly paper.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Central
A nonprofit that manages money raised for Society Hill neighborhood projects, such as historic streetlights, Washington Square plantings and a town watch.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
SoLo/Germantown Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Upper Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
If you care about what gets built near you, Somerset Neighbors for Better Living is a City registered community organization in the River Wards part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Far Northeast
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city, Somerton Civic Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Far Northeast
Somerton Neighbor's Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Upper Far Northeast part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Neighbors around South Broad Street who meet most months to talk over zoning and building plans. The group also runs a few community events, such as a fall pumpkin carve.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
A community organization named by the City as a Neighborhood Advisory Committee, South Kensington Community Partners, Inc. connects neighbors in the Lower North part of the city with City services and a say in local priorities. It is also a registered community organization, so developers are asked to talk with it about nearby zoning and building plans.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Volunteer neighbors for the Graduate Hospital area, between Broad Street and the Schuylkill River and between Washington Avenue and South Street. Members vote for the board, join committees on zoning, clean and green, Vision Zero street safety, and economic development, and work on street trees.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
South Philadelphia Communities Civic Association (SPCCA) is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the South part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · River Wards
South Port Richmond Civic Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the River Wards part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
The organization that promotes the shops and businesses of the South Street district. It runs public events such as trivia, yoga and gallery nights, and supports painted electrical boxes and banner art.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, South Street West Improvement District, Inc gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A community development group serving Southwest Philadelphia since 1987. It offers housing counseling, job and workforce help, an after-school program and a summer camp, and it runs the Neighborhood Advisory Committee, which gives residents a say in local planning.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the University Southwest part of the city, Southwest Philadelphia District Services (SWPDS) gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
The special services district that looks after streets, trees, and green space around the sports complex in South Philadelphia. Its programs cover litter and leaf pickup, street trees, and dog waste stations for people who live inside the district.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
A nonprofit that has served the Spring Garden neighborhood for nearly 60 years. It hosts community meetings and social events, follows zoning and history matters, and runs a Block Captains network that organizes a monthly neighborhood clean-up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
Neighbors who run the May Fair, historic preservation, zoning and other committees for Spruce Hill. They also hold public board meetings and act as a registered community organization that reviews nearby building plans.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the North part of the city, Strawberry Mansion Community Concern gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Lower North
A Strawberry Mansion neighborhood nonprofit that works on housing repair, historic preservation, and resident programs. It hosts free family events, such as a spring movie night at The Yard.
Last seen active: May 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
Strawberry Mansion CDC is a neighborhood nonprofit, founded in 2004, that works on home repair, neighborhood land care, and job help for young adults. Its Neighborhood Action Center is also listed by the City as a local advisory group for the Lower North area.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group · University Southwest
The student group for City Planning students at Penn's Stuart Weitzman School of Design. It speaks up for students inside the department and school through class representatives their classmates elect, and it plans social events away from class.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Lower North part of the city, Swampoodle Neighborhood Parcels Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
A neighborhood group that residents founded in 2001 to preserve Tacony's housing. It now works to revitalize Torresdale Avenue, the main shopping street, and runs events such as Tacony Third Thursdays and a yearly Halloween celebration.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
Tacony Civic Association is a neighborhood membership group in Tacony. It holds general membership meetings several times a year and lists local projects that neighbors can join, such as the Disston Park and Community Garden, a yard sale, and Hometown Hero banners. The City also registers it as a community organization to be consulted on nearby zoning and development.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
If you care about what gets built near you, Take Back Your Neighborhood is a City registered community organization in the North Delaware part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Lower Northeast
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Lower Northeast part of the city, Tarken Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Tasker-Morris Neighbors Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the South part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · University Southwest
A Philadelphia volunteer group that cooks and serves meals, hosts fundraisers, and gives out school supplies and winter coats, hats, and gloves.
Last seen active: April 2024
Program · Upper Northwest
A volunteer team at Germantown Jewish Centre, a synagogue, that follows up on election security and voter protection. It holds Zoom sessions where people talk through local actions they can take.
Last seen active: May 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
Tioga United is a community organization in the Tioga area of North Philadelphia that serves as the neighborhood's Neighborhood Advisory Committee and links residents to City services. Its office helps neighbors with foreclosure, rent, benefits, and property questions, by appointment.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Central
The City's Town Watch program trains, organizes, and equips residents who want to join a Town Watch group on their block. It also supports CERT, a disaster response program.
Last seen active: May 2026
Nonprofit · University Southwest
A community development group in Mantua that serves meals through its Bread 4 Life program and helps high school seniors with college applications.
Last active date not known yet
Network or meetup
A campaign against litter and illegal dumping in Philadelphia. It asks the city to adopt the Clean Philadelphia NOW platform, and it is backed by a coalition of groups and individuals.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
UAC/Parkside Association of Philadelphia serves as a Neighborhood Advisory Committee for the City of Philadelphia, linking residents in the West Park part of the city to services and giving them a voice.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group · University Southwest
Penn's elected student government. It decides how student groups get funded, pushes for changes that help students, and runs services for undergraduates.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
The registered neighborhood group for Francisville. It holds a monthly community meeting, runs monthly trash clean-ups, has a Greening Committee, and follows zoning and development projects in the area.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower North
United Neighbors Alliance Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower North part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
Upper Holmesburg Civic Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the North Delaware part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper North
If you care about what gets built near you, Upper North Coalition of Community Councils is a City registered community organization in the Upper North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Upper North Neighbors Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
The volunteer civic association for Upper Roxborough and a registered community organization. It meets every second Wednesday at Roxborough Church, and new neighbors are welcome to come to a meeting and get to know the board.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North
If you care about what gets built near you, Uptown Entertainment and Development Corporation is a City registered community organization in the North part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · South
Vare Recreation Center is a recreation center in the South part of the city with programs, leagues and a community advisory council. Showing up to one council meeting and signing in makes you a voting member.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
Veterans Stadium Neighbors Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the South part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Lower North
A community arts and youth organization on Germantown Avenue in North Philadelphia. It runs youth arts and farm education, a media lab, and neighborhood projects with young people and local residents.
Last seen active: March 2025
Program · North Delaware
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the North Delaware part of the city, Vogt Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper Northwest part of the city, Wakefield 49ers Community Development and Improvement Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West
If you care about what gets built near you, Walnut Hill Community Association is a City registered community organization in the West part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the South part of the city, Washington Avenue Association of Businesses and Residents gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
If you care about what gets built near you, Washington Avenue Property Owners Association is a City registered community organization in the South part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Washington Square West
The civic association for the Washington Square West neighborhood. It runs three community gardens and co-hosts Open Garden Days with Farm Philly, the city's gardening program.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Upper Northwest
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that guides how the Water Tower Recreation Center is developed and used, working with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and the local community. The center has gyms, courts, ball fields, a playground, and classrooms.
Last active date not known yet
Program · Upper Northwest
Water Tower Recreation Center is a City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation center in the Upper Northwest part of the city. It offers programs and leagues for neighbors, and its advisory council is open to anyone who comes to a meeting and signs in.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · Upper Northwest
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the Upper Northwest part of the city, Waterview Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
West Belmont neighbors who review nearby zoning and building plans, take on local problems such as trash and abandoned cars, and bring concerns to elected officials and City services.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
West Central Germantown Neighbors is a neighborhood group that holds community meetings and potlucks, helps with the Tulpehocken Station Garden, and follows zoning and development in the area.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
West Chelten Neighbors Association is a nonprofit, membership-based neighborhood group in West Germantown. It works on safety, zoning, cleanliness and beautification, and an annual block party, and it is a City registered community organization.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Central
West Girard Progress is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Central part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Upper Northwest
West Mount Airy Neighbors is the City registered community organization for West Mount Airy. It follows zoning and building proposals and runs committees on the environment, historic preservation, traffic calming, and neighborhood diversity.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
If you care about what gets built near you, West Philadelphia Community Development Corporation is a City registered community organization in the University Southwest part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West
If you care about what gets built near you, West Philadelphia Economic Development Council is a City registered community organization in the West part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
A group that creates free, welcoming gathering spaces in West Philadelphia so people can meet, build connections, and feel less alone.
Last active date not known yet
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
West Philly Plan + Preserve is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the University Southwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
West Philly Together is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the West Park part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the University Southwest part of the city, West Philly United Neighbors gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
Volunteer neighbors in West Powelton who review zoning cases, run a neighborhood cleaning effort, and plan community events in Saunders Park.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Far Northeast
West Torresdale/Morrell Park Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Far Northeast part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Student group
Penn graduate students who run an annual conference on how cities get built. The 2026 meeting, held in Philadelphia on February 20, 2026, brought together people working on housing, transit, climate and finance.
Last seen active: February 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · South
A neighborhood advisory council for the Whitman area of South Philadelphia, serving the community since 1977. Its office helps neighbors with utility bills, property tax and rent rebates, senior programs, and other housing questions.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Upper North
A Philadelphia nonprofit that spreads small acts of kindness through pop-up events, community projects and a scholarship program. It also recruits volunteer Kindness Ambassadors who can help mostly from home.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
Winchester Park Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the North Delaware part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the Upper Northwest part of the city, Wingohocking & Wister Neighbors gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Online
Wissahickon Interested Citizens Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the Lower Northwest part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · Lower Northwest
Wissahickon Neighbors Civic Association (WNCA) is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower Northwest part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · North Delaware
Wissinoming Civic Association is one of the community organizations registered with the City to review nearby zoning and building proposals in the North Delaware part of the city. Neighbors can follow what is planned and speak up.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · University Southwest
A neighborhood group the City of Philadelphia has registered to be consulted on zoning and development in the University Southwest part of the city, Woodland Terrace HomeOwners Association gives neighbors a place to hear about projects and respond.
Last seen active: October 2026
Program · West
A neighborhood recreation center run by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation in the West part of the city, Wright Recreation Center hosts programs and leagues, plus an advisory council that any neighbor can join.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
Wynnefield Community Neighborhood Association is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the West Park part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say. The group is also a nonprofit that runs community events, voter education and youth programs.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
If you care about what gets built near you, Wynnefield Heights Civic Association is a City registered community organization in the West Park part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group · West Park
If you care about what gets built near you, Wynnefield Residents Association is a City registered community organization in the West Park part of the city that hears about zoning and development proposals.
Last seen active: October 2026
Nonprofit · Lower North
A Philadelphia nonprofit that helps families move up through education, housing, workforce and money skills programs. It runs community leadership, youth and volunteer programs, and it hosts homebuyer and housing workshops.
Last seen active: October 2026
Neighborhood or civic group
Yorktown Community Organization is a Registered Community Organization (RCO) in the Lower North part of the city. The City asks developers to talk with RCOs about nearby zoning and building plans, so this is a way for neighbors to have a say.
Last seen active: October 2026
Includes: neighborhood civic associations, town watch and block watch, block captains and block parties, clean blocks and litter crews, rec center councils and friends groups, police district advisory councils, community development and main streets, nonpartisan voter and civic help.