Overbrook Park Civic Association (OPCA)
The Overbrook Park Civic Association's mission is to foster a spirit of community cooperation, promote the safety and wellbeing of our residents and encourage neighborhood pride.
The Overbrook Park Civic Association is a 501(c)(4) non-profit "Recognized Community Organization" (RCO) comprised of citizens living from City Avenue to Landsdowne Avenue, Westend Drive to Ashurst Road in the West Philadelphia region of the City. The Overbrook Park Civic Association has been in existence for over 30 years. We embrace diversity and promote progress.
- Promote the general welfare of the residents.
- Inform residents of neighborhood events and issues.
- Encourage and spear head neighborhood improvement projects.
- Raise funds for community projects.
- Encourage social interaction and promote harmony among residents of the community.
- Encourage residents to participate in civic, school, and library activities and functions.
Note: The above description came from the organization's About Us page.
In The News
- Food-truck controversy heats up in Overbrook Park, Philly Voice, May 25, 2018.
Info
- Facebook: OverbrookParkCivicAssociation
- Twitter: @OpCivic
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