Editing Mantua

{{Infobox Neighborhood
| name = Mantua
| type = Neighborhood
| location = West Philadelphia
| zip_codes = 19104
| named_for = Mantua, Italy
| boundaries = Roughly Spring Garden Street to Market Street, 34th Street to 44th Street
| adjacent_neighborhoods = [[Powelton Village]], [[University City]], [[Belmont Village]]
| major_streets = Lancaster Avenue, Haverford Avenue, 40th Street
| transit = Market-Frankford Line (40th Street Station), SEPTA bus routes
| notable_landmarks = Promise Zone designation, historic housing stock
}}

'''Mantua''' is a neighborhood in [[West Philadelphia]] that has been designated a federal '''Promise Zone''', recognizing its need for targeted investment and development. The neighborhood has faced significant challenges including poverty and disinvestment, but community organizations and city initiatives are working toward revitalization.

== History ==

Mantua was developed in the 19th century and became home to working-class and middle-class African-American families. The neighborhood declined significantly in the late 20th century but has been the focus of renewed attention and investment.

== Promise Zone ==

In '''2014''', Mantua was designated a federal '''Promise Zone''', one of the first in the nation:
* Federal investment priority
* Grant preferences
* Community development focus
* Partnership between city, residents, and institutions

== Character ==

=== Challenges ===
* Poverty
* Property vacancies
* Limited commercial services
* Crime concerns

=== Assets ===
* Strong community organizations
* Proximity to universities
* Historic housing stock
* Federal investment attention

== Living in Mantua ==

* Affordable housing
* Community development efforts
* Improving conditions
* Close to University City

== Getting There ==

* '''Market-Frankford Line:*** 40th Street Station
* '''SEPTA bus routes:*** 31, 40, 43

{{FAQ
| q1 = What is a Promise Zone?
| a1 = A Promise Zone is a federal designation for high-poverty communities that receive priority for federal investment, grants, and technical assistance. Mantua was designated one of the first Promise Zones in the nation in 2014.
| q2 = Where is Mantua?
| a2 = Mantua is in West Philadelphia, bounded roughly by Spring Garden Street (north), Market Street (south), 34th Street (east), and 44th Street (west). It's adjacent to Powelton Village and University City.
| q3 = What is being done in Mantua?
| a3 = Mantua's Promise Zone designation has brought federal investment, city attention, and partnerships between residents, community organizations, and institutions. Efforts focus on community development, housing improvements, and economic opportunities.
}}

== See Also ==

* [[Powelton Village]]
* [[University City]]
* [[West Philadelphia]]

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|title=Mantua Philadelphia - Promise Zone Neighborhood in West Philadelphia
|description=Guide to Mantua, West Philadelphia's Promise Zone neighborhood receiving federal investment and community development attention.
|keywords=Mantua Philadelphia, Promise Zone, West Philadelphia, Philadelphia community development
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[[Category:Neighborhoods]]
[[Category:West Philadelphia]]