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| Tuesday, 19 February 2008 01:55 |
| The WBNA began in 1983 in a living room on Chapin Avenue. Four neighbors were tired of the lack of services the West Broadway/Armory District received and decided to bring neighbors together to advocate for city attention and positive change. In 1992, the WBNA incorporated as a 501c(3). Today, the WBNA has a full-time executive director, a large volunteer network, an active board, a membership of over 250 households and businesses, and an interesting headquarters in a renovated gas station. In recent years, the WBNA has brought in over $11 million to the neighborhood for infrastructure and public buildings. The WBNA has demonstrated the power of grassroots organizing. The impact of the WBNA can be seen in the neighborhood through renovated homes, repaired sidewalks, planted trees, and a stronger sense of community among neighbors, many of whom are involved in creating positive change and revitalization. |
| Last Updated on Friday, 06 March 2009 06:34 |
Join the WBNA!
The WBNA organizes neighbors and businesses on the West Side of Providence to preserve and promote our diverse, historic, urban community as a safe, vibrant, and sustainable place to live, work, and play.
Upcoming Events
| Tue Feb 28 @ 6:30PM - 07:30PM WBNA Crime Watch/Neighborhood Action |
| Thu Mar 01 @ 2:00PM - 05:00PM Blood Drive |
WBNA Business Hours
Mon – Thurs: 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday
(P): 401.831.9344
(F): 401.831.0388
E-mail: wbna@wbna.org