Maxwell Park's Community Camera Fund

Are you worried about safety in Maxwell Park?

Are interested in giving a camera to a neighbor or receiving one for your own home?

Maxwell Park’s Community Camera Fund is a crowdfunded initiative in which neighbors support neighbors with acquiring street facing cameras.

Where did this program come from?

The idea was one of many that came out of our MP Neighborhood Action (NAT) meeting in which neighbors put our heads together to figure out ways in which we could address the increase in crimes in MP. A survey that was sent to MP neighbors identified that several families in MP wanted street-facing security cameras on their homes, but couldn’t afford them. The same survey identified that several neighbors were interested in providing funds so that families in need could get cameras. So this fund is linking those in need and those who want to help!

Why do street facing cameras matter?

+ Street facing cameras can serve as crime deterrents

+ Residents report feeling a greater sense of safety with a street facing camera.

+ Street facing cameras allow residents to see what’s happening on the street outside of their house from the safety of their own home.

+ Street facing cameras can support law enforcement in solving crimes not only committed at our own houses but in other places in the community

How does the program work?

GIVERS- donate to this GoFundMe account if you’d like to support a neighbor!

RECEIVERS- if you want a camera and but haven't bought one due to affordability issues, SIGN UP HERE to be entered to be eligible for the program.

HOW AND WHEN ARE CAMERAS DISTRIBUTED?

As funds come in, eligible families will be randomly chosen. Your camera will be delivered by a volunteer to your home and help with setup can be provided if wanted.

Let's make our beloved community safer together!

Warmly,

Nathan Greene

(Wyman Street resident and volunteer)