Nonprofit
WEST HARLEM GROUP ASSISTANCE INC
Mission
West Harlem Group Assistance, Inc. (WHGA), a community based development corporation was established in 1971 to revitalize the under- invested West and Central Harlem communities riddled with dilapidated and abandoned buildings. However as Harlem over the past several years has experienced substantial economic growth, WHGA has expanded its supportive and social service programs to residents facing displacement.. WHGA's core efforts include affordable housing development and preservation as well as asset building initiatives such as homeownership and small business development.
About Us
The organizations primary mission is to provide affordable housing to the residents of the Harlem community. It also provides community services including anti-drug use counseling for neighborhood youth, job training programs and recreational activities.
Cause Areas Include
- Community Development
- Economic Development
- Education
- Housing & Homelessness
- Seniors & Retirement
Location & Contact
- 6469607968
- 1652 AMSTERDAM AVE, NEW YORK, New York, US
