INITIATIVES
Home Repair for Haddon, Princess & Walnut
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Owner-occupied homes in the 1000 blocks of Haddon, Princess & 1200 block of Walnut are eligible to receive up to $20,000 in exterior repair assistance. The Parkside Homeowner Assistance Program (PHAP) has been established to repair residential properties on the 1000 blocks of Haddon and Princess and the 1200 block of Walnut. The program will provide up to $20,000 to eligible Parkside homeowners (owner-occupied). The grant dollars can be used for exterior repairs to existing residential properties. If homeowner maintains residency, the grant (forgivable loan) is fully forgiven after five (5) years. The goal of the program is to allow homeowners who might not otherwise be able to afford necessary repairs to maintain a safe and healthy living environment. Eligible exterior home improvements include roofing, stucco, windows (vinyl), doors, steps, sidewalk, driveway and handicap improvements. Applications will be processed on a first-come/first served basis.
Applicant(s) must own and occupy home in Parkside as primary residence for no less than one full calendar year prior to applying. Household income must less than 100% of the median area income for 2025.
Household Size Income Limit:
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1 - less than $83,600
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2 - less than $95,600
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3 - less than $107,500
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4 - less than $119,400
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5 - less than $129,000
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6 - less than $138,600
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7 - less than $148,100
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8 - less than $157,700
Parkside Collaborative
Partners
The Parkside collaborative is a group of partners – Camden County Historical Society, AEDA, HopeWorks, and PBCIP – coming together to transform and revitalize the Parkside
neighborhood of Camden, NJ.
With support from the Regional Foundation, we are working together to create a flourishing neighborhood over the next 5 years – one where a new generation will be employed with quality jobs, families will access new green spaces and healthy food, and in all, a new, stronger future will be built in Parkside.
Parkside's
Roots to Market
Creating income opportunities through horticulture can attract new gardeners, if there is local support committed to eliminating entry barriers to the fresh foods market. In Camden's Parkside neighborhood, residents receive support in beginning gardens with free resources and workshops call "Rootcamp". Participants benefit from receiving free soil testing, an allotment of fresh soil, raised beds (if required), as well as seeds and seedlings demanded by businesses committed to purchasing over the Summer and Fall months.
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The seeds and seedlings are distributed to each grower during Rootcamp programs. The majority of the free programming are administered by existing area organizations and partners, eliminating duplicative efforts in Camden.
Parkside Learning Garden
ROOT CAMP 101: Gardening Basics
Parkside Learning Garden
PRIDE Network
PBCIP's Block Captain's Network
Blocks captains meet monthly prior to the PBCIP community meeting. Each of the 55 blocks in Parkside has a designated block captain, though some blocks without a captain are served by someone on a neighboring block.
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INTERESTED IN BEING A BLOCK CAPTAIN? PBCIP NEEDS YOU!
Block captains are the link between residents and PBCIP, disseminating timely information about meetings, events or issues of concern that may arise. They also:
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troubleshoot resident problems and work with PBCIP to connect residents to the resources they need
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serve as the eyes and ears of PBCIP in the community
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meet everything from immediate and basic needs to social opportunities to leadership development
Want to become a PBCIP member?
Simply click below to pay your $12!
Haddon Avenue Business Association
A neighborhood retail district is the heart of a thriving urban residential community. In Parkside, there is always opportunity for state-of-the-art business and commercial development. From the brand new co-working arts pavilion to the formation of the Haddon Avenue Business Association for expanding businesses in Parkside, the neighborhood is up-and-coming.
The Haddon Avenue Business Association was formed in 2014 to promote commerce and community along Haddon Avenue, working in conjunction with PBCIP and the Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA) to improve the economic health and climate of the commercial district in the Parkside-Gateway-Whitman Park neighborhood of Camden. HABA promotes and insures this business corridor is an inclusive destination for visitors, shopping, and employment for the neighborhood, city and surrounding area.
