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. 

LEARN ABOUT NCNA

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.

GET INVOLVED

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.

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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.

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Upcoming Events


Family Day and Best in Show at the Farmers Market!

We are so excited to partner with our friends at the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce for Family Day, this Saturday, September 26th from 9:00 am – noon at the Town Square (4100 N. Damen). Shop your favorite Farmers Market vendors, enjoy art activities, bounce in the bounce house, and have fun with the whole family!

  • 🐶 9:00 am – 1st Annual Best in Show!
    Come cheer on the neighborhood’s cutest pups as they “compete” for fun titles and bragging rights!
  • 🎶 10:00 am – Mr. Ray’s Musical Adventure
    Get ready for an interactive, high-energy show the kids will love!
  • 🧘 11:00 am – Mat Class with Club Pilates
    Stretch, move, and recharge - just don’t forget to bring your own mat!

We look forward to having you join us for a very fun morning at the Farmers Market! 


Support the September FWFD!

Donations accepted Wednesday, September 30th through Wednesday, October 7th

Click here to learn more!

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, October 3rd
  • Saturday, October 31st

We look forward to seeing you at the Farmers Market - thank you for your support!


Click here for a list of suggested donation items

CIA Committee Meeting

Thursday, September 17th, 7:00 pm - Bartleby's Homemade Ice Cream

Click here to learn more!