Shaw SWG TGS Directory 2026-27

10 SHAW, SOUTHWEST GARDEN, & TOWER GROVE SOUTH Neighborhood Associations continued continued on page 12 SOUTHWEST GARDEN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION southwestgardenstl.org info@southwestgardenstl.org Facebook: Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association Instagram: southwestgardenneighborhood X: SWGardenNA Southwest Garden Neighborhood boundaries are south of I-44, east of Hampton Ave., and west of Tower Grove Park and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Originally formed as the Southwest Garden Neighborhood Improvement Association in 1977, the Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association (SWGNA) is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization that provides and promotes programs, services, and activities that encourage connections between neighbors and foster civic engagement in our diverse community. Our work focuses on: • Advocating for the needs and interests of our neighborhood and its residents • Strengthening connections among residents, businesses, community partners, and City leadership • Promoting a safe, clean, welcoming, and well-maintained neighborhood • Encouraging resident involvement and opportunities for neighbors to connect • Supporting improvements that enhance our public spaces and quality of life • Building a strong sense of community and neighborhood pride Meetings 4th Monday in January, April, July, and October 7 p.m. at the St. Louis Activity Center 5602 Arsenal St. Meetings typically include updates from our alderperson, Neighborhood Improvement Specialist (NIS), and SLMPD Liaison, along with information and discussion about issues affecting the neighborhood. Meetings are open to the public. Paid members have voting privileges. Membership Membership is open to individuals and families who live and/or work in the neighborhood, as well as neighborhood businesses. There are four membership levels: • Individual ....................$10 • Family ..........................$20 • Business ......................$25 • Individuals 65+ .........$6 Visit southwestgardenstl.org or use the QR code to become a member or renew your membership. Visit our website, follow us on social media, or join our email list for neighborhood news, updates, meetings, and events. Southwest Garden Neighborhood Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.