Why We Exist

We exist to help Hawthorne and Walt Whitman neighborhoods thrive. When residents speak, we listen and respond—creating events and experiences that reflect community needs and neighborhood pride. Northside Neighbors is here to help your neighborhoods thrive.

Behavior Statements

We listen to Hawthorne and Walt Whitman residents with respect and empathy, creating programs that reflect community voices and celebrate neighborhood pride. By highlighting local talent and strengthening connections, we help both communities thrive.

Learn more

northside-neighbors_about-us_behavior-statements_v01

Belief Statements

We believe Hawthorne and Walt Whitman thrive when every resident feels seen, heard, and valued. Their strength comes from local stories, culture, and talent, and meaningful change happens when neighbors work together with shared pride and purpose.

Learn more

Meet The Team

Reggie Ivey

Executive Director

Reggie Ivey is a seasoned public health leader with more than 30 years in the field and nearly three decades of service to the Tulsa Health Department (THD). From 1992 to 1955, Ivey was employed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, serving in the HIV/STD Division. Ivey credits his experience working with clients who tested positive for HIV or who were recently diagnosed with AIDS as a training ground for learning about people from diverse backgrounds. He also honed his ability to care for and be compassionate toward the most vulnerable.

Ivey has held the position of Associate Executive Director for 13 years. He began his career at THD in 1995 as a Health Education Specialist. He later became Manager of the Health Education Department and the Tulsa Healthy Start Initiative. This initiative aims to reduce infant mortality in Tulsa County. In 2003, Ivey left THD for one year to serve as Executive Director of the Margaret Hudson Program. This is a school for pregnant and parenting teens. He returned to THD in 2004, as Associate Director of Community Health Services. In 2011, he was appointed by the Board of Health to serve as interim director for 13 months.

Board of Directors

Brittany Swain

Jonathan Butler

northside-neighbors_about-us_rue_ramsey_v01

Rue Ramsay

Danny Williams

Brandon Oldham

“It finally feels like the 36th Street North corridor is being reimagined into something renewed and useful—benefiting the residents who have traditionally lived here while also attracting new neighbors and visitors to our community. We are excited that Northside Neighbors is here.”

Pam Wilson, Walt Whitman Resident

“When a Northside Neighbors team member shakes your hand and agrees to do something, it’s as good as a signed contract. My organization, Good Deeds 360 Foundation, hosts a Christmas Giveback Event every year, and this year we are partnering with Northside Neighbors because of a handshake. They are exceptional partners.”

Monica Fox, Good Deeds 360 Foundation

“Northside Neighbors is connecting the Hawthorne and Walt Whitman neighborhoods in ways that haven’t been done before. The team actively engages residents and gathers their feedback, ensuring our voices are heard in spaces where we are often not invited.”

Brittany Swain, School Director, Hawthorne Educare; Hawthorne Resident

“Northside Neighbors is giving our community a sense of wholeness that we haven’t felt in a long time.”

Pastor Vanzelen Brown, Greater Union Baptist Church

“I am excited about the work Northside Neighbors is doing along the 36th Street North corridor through strategic land development and acquisition to bring businesses and amenities to the area. These efforts are strengthening our confidence and reinforcing the community’s belief that meaningful, positive change is on the way.”

Pastor Vanzelen Brown, Greater Union Baptist Church

“The great thing about Northside Neighbors is that they ask what we want and need, rather than simply coming in to rescue us or pretend to do so. They come alongside residents to bring transformative change to our neighborhoods.”

Pastor Vanzelen Brown, Greater Union Baptist Church