The Brashear Association was founded in 1916, largely through the efforts of Mrs. John Phillips who led the Mother's Club of Carrick in launching a campaign to raise funds for a settlement organization as a monument to the work of her friend, John Brashear. The Association opened formally on April 27, 1917 and was officially chartered April 18, 1920. John and Phoebe Brashear's Holt St. home and workshop were converted to a community center. In addition to recreational activities and skill-building classes for children and adults, the settlement offered Americanization classes for foreigners through its Citizenship Center.
From the description of Records of the Brashear Association, 1891-1978. (University of Pittsburgh). WorldCat record id: 30791333
