Our History
The Third Ward Concerned Citizens, later called Concerned Neighbors, originated in the 1970’s. Its purpose was to improve the declining social and economic conditions of the geographic area spanning Breckenridge, South Washington and West High Streets in the Third Ward, a political district of the Gettysburg Borough. Incorporated in October 2006 with a board of up to eleven members, Concerned Neighbors began and remains a grass-roots organization consisting of residents of the Third Ward, pastors and clergyman, non-profit organizations, teachers, a few businesses and volunteers from all sects. 
The Third Ward Concerned Neighbors has served to advocate for the less fortunate communities of Gettysburg and Adams County. In doing so, we have tried to stand for justice, peace, education, understanding and respect of one another. We have worked with honesty, even while such honesty is unpopular, integrity, pride, even of a people forgotten, and above all love. These qualities of character have earned the respect and assistance from The Gettysburg Borough, Gettysburg College, local churches, South Central Community Action Programs, Inc. (our local CAA) and, most importantly, the residents of the Third Ward whose stake in our activities is most vested.