Prospect Lefferts Gardens Neighborhood Association
PLGNA was incorporated in 1969 by PLG residents who opposed unfair
real estate and bank practices like redlining and wanted to form a
working interracial neighborhood. One of its first projects was to
document 300 abandoned and 300 deteriorating buildings within the
neighborhood. In 1973, PLGNA became involved in a landmark legal
battle to combat redlining. Over the years, it has helped tenants to
organize unions and blocks to form associations; supported safety
programs; transported seniors; developed youth programs; and served as
an umbrella organization for other neighborhood groups.