About Us Our Mission

Our Mission

We make Seward a better place to live, work, and play.

SNG is an aspirational organization. We are committed to making our neighborhood more vital, equitable, livable, and sustainable – by building relationships, by engaging all community members, by promoting equitable and accessible development of the built environment, and by acting as stewards of our natural environment.

SNG organizes community events, projects, and programs; connects residents to important resources; and advocates for policies that improve the lives of Seward residents. Our work is rooted in social justice, community connectedness, environmental consciousness, and the diversity of cultures and worldviews that makes us who we are.

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Programs for neighbors

From programs and initiatives to annual events and seasonal celebrations, there’s something for everyone all year long. We hope you’ll find something you like.

Seward Small Grant Program

The SNG Small Grant program funds community-proposed initiatives that support the neighborhood. Since 2023, the Small Grant program has included beautification efforts, street art, festivals, educational events, restorative justice, as well as BIPOC and renter resident engagement.

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Block Club Resources

SNG’s Block Club resources support the leaders who keep Seward feeling like a small town in a big city. Whether you’re starting a new block club or keeping an established one going, these resources are here to help you get—and stay—connected.

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Community Development Committee

Ensures that Seward’s built environment—commercial, industrial, housing, parks, roads, bikeways, pedestrian environment, utilities—is safe, improving, serves all residents, owners and workers, is well-maintained and environmentally sustainable.

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Community Engagement Committee

Assesses resident well-being and community needs, from renter issues and public safety to community resilience and recovery. Members collaborate to develop programs and events that build an inclusive, equitable, and engaged Seward neighborhood.

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Environment Committee

The Environment Committee is a great way to build community and create hope. Get to know neighbors and do something, even something small, to protect and improve our natural environment. Together, we can take small steps, on our way to the changes we need.

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History Committee

The mission of the History Committee is to collect, research, and interpret stories and historical events related to the Seward Neighborhood and to share them with the public for purpose of education.

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