Mission Statement
The Hobart's Run neighborhood initiative, a 501(c)(3), was launched by The Hill School in 2016 to create a clean and safe community; foster inclusivity; provide incentives for home ownership and property pride; and generate quality business development. While specifically focusing on a 900 parcel area, Hobart’s Run supports revitalization efforts throughout Pottstown.
Programs
Community Gardens
Hobart’s Run supports maintenance of The Hill School’s Community Garden at 718 Walnut St., Pottstown, within Hobart’s Run’s focus area, as well as two other community gardens run by the Mosaic Community Land Trust.
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Trash Grabbers
Hobart's Run's trash grabbers encourage residents and business owners throughout the Borough of Pottstown to pick up litter on their blocks and as they are walking through town.
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Adopt-a-Trashcan Program
Hobart’s Run residents can “adopt” an attractive, durable, and branded trashcan to help keep their street litter-free and show their neighborhood pride.
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Block Cleanups and Toolshare program
Hobart’s Run works with Block Captains and other volunteers to hold cleanups that include picking up litter.
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Environmental Lighting
Hobart’s Run donated outdoor lighting to the Borough of Pottstown to illuminate Smith Family Plaza in the downtown business area outside Borough Hall.
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Safety Cameras, Police Support
Security cameras and monitoring systems have been set up within the Borough of Pottstown to enhance public safety.
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Business Incentive Grant (BIG)
For new businesses opening in the 500 to 900 blocks of East High Street, Hobart's Run's Business Incentive Grant (BIG) program offers eligible businesses funds toward their first month's rent or mortgage payment.
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Homeowner Incentive Program (HIP)
Homeowner Incentive Program (HIP), which provides forgivable loans to qualified buyers who are moving out of a rental situation into homeownership in our neighborhood focus area.
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Street Lights
Powered by a Pennsylvania Department of Economic Development Multi-Modal Grant and a pledge from The Hill School, Hobart's Run increased visibility, safety, and awareness of public walkways on Beech Street near the Ricketts Center.
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