HELLO!
Welcome to THE NORTH CENTER NEIGHBORS ASSOCIATION
Our mission is to strengthen and empower our North Center community by identifying opportunities to help others, hosting events that unite our neighbors and supporting causes that preserve and improve our environment. We also serve as a neighborhood resource to inform our community of what's happening locally.
Founded in 2010, the North Center Neighbors Association (NCNA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in the heart of Chicago's north side.
this is Your community. Be a part of it.
Everyone deserves to live, work and play in a community they love. Here's how you can help make it happen.
Get involved
Join a committee. Help plan a community event. Apply your skills. Volunteer. No matter how much time you can spare, there are ways you can contribute.
become a member
NCNA membership benefits you and the neighborhood. Besides discounts on events and other offers, members serve on committees and vote on issues that shape our community.
donate
Every dollar makes a difference.
Because NCNA is a volunteer-run 501(c)3 nonprofit, every dollar you donate goes back into our community programs and events.
Upcoming Events
NCNA'S 2nd Annual 4th of July Bike Parade!
NCNA is excited to host our 2nd Annual 4th of July Parade this Saturday, July 4th starting at 10:00 am in the Town Square. The festivities will take place alongside the Farmers Market, so come early to shop the amazing vendors before the fun begins!
- 🚲 Decorate your bike, wagon, stroller, or scooter and join us as we parade around the Town Square! *Decorations will be provided
- 🫧 Have fun playing and creating bubbles at our bubble stations
- 💦 After the parade, cool off at our fire hydrant sprinkler
- 🍧Be sure to treat yourself to a refreshing Kona Ice
RSVPs aren’t required, but we’d love for you to sign up below so we can get a headcount. It’s going to be a blast - we hope to see you there!
Support the CIA Committee at the Farmers Market!
NCNA’s Compassion in Action Committee will be at the North Center Farmers Market in the Town Square (4100 N. Damen) all season long, collecting supplies for the 19th District Mutual Aid. Donations will support migrant families and unhoused neighbors in need. We encourage you to stop by the market on the dates below and bring an item to donate - every contribution will make a difference.
Collection dates:
- Saturday, July 11th
- Saturday, August 8th
- Saturday, September 12th
- Saturday, October 3rd
- Saturday, October 31st
We look forward to seeing you at the Farmers Market - thank you!
CIA Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 10th, 7:00 pm - Bartleby's Homemade Ice Cream
