The Origin of Overbrook West Neighbors (OWN), Inc. In 2018, OWN was founded by Overbrook neighbors as a grassroots effort to address the economic and social challenges facing our Overbrook community. What started as a small group of committed residents has grown into a trusted nonprofit organization driving meaningful change in this section of West Philadelphia.

Key Milestones.

• Launch efforts to revitalize the Upper Lancaster Avenue Business Corridor.

• Successful neighborhood beautification projects and community cleanups.

• Establishing partnerships with local businesses, community partners, nonprofits and government agencies.

• Supporting residents by providing programs and services that address their identified needs.

By fulfilling our mission, OWN has become a beacon of hope and progress in Overbrook.

The Overbrook West Neighbors (OWN), Inc. logo with the shape of our Overbrook community in its design was created with love and care by Minister Reggie Bullock of Kononia Comminications and Gregory J. Allen, Ph.D.

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