What is the Perrysburg Heights Community Association? Interview with PHCA Board Member Paul Belazis

The Perrysburg Heights Community Association (PHCA) is a nonprofit community organization in Perrysburg Township that helps children, adults, and families through education, wellness, food assistance, recreation, and community support programs.   It started in 1991 as a response to concerns about children struggling academically in the Perrysburg Heights neighborhood. Over time, it grew from a small after-school tutoring effort in a construction trailer into a full community center offering: after-school reading and enrichment programs a summer camp a food pantry fitness and wellness activities volunteer opportunities GED support through partnerships health screenings a free primary care clinic for uninsured and underinsured patients   A big part of PHCA's mission is helping people access opportunities, resources, and support while building a stronger sense of community connection. It also serves as a hub where schools, nonprofits, healthcare providers, businesses, volunteers, and local organizations collaborate to help families in the Perrysburg area.   Paul Belazis has been a member of the Perrysburg community since 1987. He served as a member of the Perrysburg Heights Community Association PHCA board of trustees at its inception in 1991. He is the immediate PHCA Past President.    Perrysburg Heights Community Association (PHCA) 12282 Jefferson St. Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-874-4529 Website: https://www.phcaohio.org/ Follow PHCA on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/phccofficial/   Community Partners Mentioned Perrysburg Schools Islamic Food Bank of Toledo Halim Clinic Halim Clinic at PHCA phone number: (567) 318-4609 Penta Career Center Adult Education The Greater Toledo Community Foundation United Way of Greater Toledo Mercy Health Mobile Mammography   Ways to Support PHCA Volunteer Donate Become a reading mentor Help with the food pantry Schedule a tour Spread awareness about PHCA services Share this podcast episode   Other Links Email the Host - Kim Newlove, [email protected] Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast