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The Whittier Alliance (WA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to supporting the Whittier neighborhood for over 40 years. Our organization engages residents, businesses, nonprofits, and property owners in planning and implementing initiatives to build cross-cultural understanding, support our small business community, and enhance the overall quality of life the Whittier neighborhood.
Community EngagementWA inspires and equips the Whittier community to be good stewards of the neighborhood and to make the change they'd like to see.
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HousingWA protects and expands the variety of housing options in Whittier, for people at every life stage and economic condition.
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Businesses, Institutions & OrgsWA supports the vibrant and distinctive mix of Whittier businesses, institutions, and other organizations.
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What's newest in Whittier?
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The Former Kmart & New Nicollet Ave Redevelopment Project is underway!
Have you gotten involved in this one-in-a-generation community project yet? Now is the time! Phase 2, Part 1of the City's public engagement process has begun, and the first project survey is open! Survey responses will inform design options that will be shared with the public for feedback in the fall of 2023. Full project background, outcomes from the first phase of engagement (August 2022 - January 2023), and links to the survey in English, Spanish, and Somali is available here. |
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Ward 10 Candidate Forum
POSTPONED- NEW DATE TBD
At the Abyssinia Cultural Center- 322 W LAke St, 3rd Floor
On-street Parking Available, Walking, rolling and ride share encouraged.
Somali Translation will be available
POSTPONED- NEW DATE TBD
At the Abyssinia Cultural Center- 322 W LAke St, 3rd Floor
On-street Parking Available, Walking, rolling and ride share encouraged.
Somali Translation will be available
Former Kmart Site New Nicollet Redesign Open House
Tuesday October 10th, Rain date Oct 11th
At the Former Kmart and SuperValu site - Lake St and New Nicollet Ave, 4:30-6:30pm
Tuesday October 10th, Rain date Oct 11th
At the Former Kmart and SuperValu site - Lake St and New Nicollet Ave, 4:30-6:30pm
Whittier Community Dinner
Thursday, October 12th , 6:30-8pm
*A donation-based meal! All are welcome to join.
Location: Whittier Recreation Center, 425 W 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Thursday, October 12th , 6:30-8pm
*A donation-based meal! All are welcome to join.
Location: Whittier Recreation Center, 425 W 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Finance and Executive Committee Meeting
When Monday, October 16th, 2023 5:00-6:30pm
Where HYBRID OPTION: In person at the Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E25th ST, or via zoom
When Monday, October 16th, 2023 5:00-6:30pm
Where HYBRID OPTION: In person at the Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E25th ST, or via zoom
Housing and Land Use Committee
Tuesday, October 17th, 6:30-8:00pm
Hybrid meeting option!
Location: Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E 25th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Zoom Option: Join by Computer
Join by Phone: 1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 842 4208 1233
Passcode: 731813
Tuesday, October 17th, 6:30-8:00pm
Hybrid meeting option!
Location: Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E 25th St
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Zoom Option: Join by Computer
Join by Phone: 1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 842 4208 1233
Passcode: 731813
Monthly Board Meeting,
Thursday, October 26th, 6:00-8:00pm
Hybrid meeting option!
Location: Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E 25th St.
Zoom Option: Join by Computer
Join by Phone: +1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 879 5344 9650
Passcode: 524882
Monthly meeting materials packet: View board Agenda's, minutes, financials, and project work here.
Thursday, October 26th, 6:00-8:00pm
Hybrid meeting option!
Location: Whittier Alliance Office, 10 E 25th St.
Zoom Option: Join by Computer
Join by Phone: +1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 879 5344 9650
Passcode: 524882
Monthly meeting materials packet: View board Agenda's, minutes, financials, and project work here.
For additional community events and opportunities, visit our events calendar.
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