Vermont Village · Los Angeles, CA
Embracing Vermont Village through equity,
stability & innovation.
Vermont Village Community Development Corporation is committed to revitalizing the Vermont Corridor — delivering programs that meet immediate needs while building long-term stability, wellness, and opportunity for every resident.
Our Founding Vision
Inspired by Dr. Betty Price
Dr. Betty Price envisioned a community restored to the vibrant, thriving place she remembered as a young girl — a neighborhood filled with opportunity, dignity, and vitality. Her vision began with the Vermont Corridor, between Florence and Manchester.
She imagined decent restaurants, quality grocery stores, accessible medical care, safe recreational spaces — and businesses that truly meet the needs of residents. Her dream: a renewed spirit of hope, prosperity, and safety that would serve as a model for communities across Los Angeles County.
“If revitalization began here, on Vermont Avenue, it could serve as a model for other communities across Los Angeles County to follow.”
Our Mission
Advancing equity and stability through community-based programs that support economic opportunity, health and wellness, education, and access to essential services.
Our Vision
A vibrant, healthy community where every resident has access to opportunity, resources, and the support needed to thrive.
Board of Directors
Angela M. Evans - President / CEO
Barbara Byndon - Secretary
Loretta H. Jackson - CFO
Duane Bennett · Keith Sharp · Lisa Hill · Mark Whitlock - Members
Leadership
Message from Our
Executive Director
At VVCDC, our work begins and ends with community. Every program we design, every partnership we build, and every initiative we launch is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: meaningful change happens at the intersection of community voice, strategic partnerships, and sustainable investment.
We work closely with residents, local institutions, public agencies, and private partners to ensure our programs are responsive, culturally relevant, and designed to produce measurable impact.
Our focus is not only on addressing immediate needs, but on strengthening systems that allow families and individuals to thrive over generations. Together, we are shaping a future defined by access, inclusion, and shared prosperity.
“Thriving communities are created when residents, organizations, and leaders work together with shared purpose.”
What Guides Us
Our Core Values
Everything we do is guided by intention, care, and a deep commitment to the community we serve.
Community-Centered Approach
We believe the strongest solutions are shaped by the voices and lived experiences of the community.
Our work is grounded in listening, partnership, and accountability to the people we serve.
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Collaborative Care & Connection
Lasting impact happens through collaboration. We work alongside residents, partners, and service providers to create coordinated pathways connecting individuals and families to the support they need.
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Integrity & Purpose-Driven Leadership
We lead with transparency, responsibility, and respect. Every decision is guided by our mission to build stability, equity, and opportunity with intention and care.
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Our Framework
Five Core Pillars of Support
Each pillar represents a critical area of support — together creating pathways toward stability, wellness, and long-term opportunity.
Social Services
Food programs for working parents
Public benefits navigation
Transportation support
Resource navigation with dignity
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Education
GED preparation
Educational support services
Continued learning guidance
Career pathway support
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Health & Human Services
Community Wellness Center
Alzheimer's & memory care
Chronic condition support
Maternal health resources
03
Economic Development
Homeownership education
Small Business Assistance
Entrepreneurship support
Local economic growth
05
Faith & Spiritual Support
Faith-based guidance
Community connection
Safe spaces for healing
Spiritual care & growth
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Our Community in Action
Serving Vermont Village Every Day
Our Programs
Behind each program is a thoughtful framework designed to support the whole person and the whole community.
Youth Workforce Development · Ages 14–24
Fresh P.A.T.H.
Preparing young people for real-world careers through hands-on training, mentorship, and direct pathways to employment via a 12-week program.
Housing Navigation & Homeownership
What we do
FreshHome Housing Navigation
Step-by-step guidance to keep families housed, protect their assets, and build generational wealth through homeownership education, eviction prevention, and financial coaching.
Keeping Communities Safe & Prepared
Whole-Person Care & Crisis Support
FreshCare Link
A centralized support hub helping individuals and families move from crisis to stability — connecting people to resources across housing, health, mental wellness, and financial stability through personalized guidance.
Financial Stability to Generational Wealth
Financial Literacy & Business Wealth
Equipping individuals and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to move from financial survival to long-term wealth building — combining practical education with mindset development.
Disaster Preparedness & Community Resilience
Building community-led systems so residents are informed, connected, and ready before disasters happen — strengthening resilience and ensuring communities can respond and recover safely.
What’s Coming Up
Upcoming Events
Youth Financial Literacy Workshop
May 2, 2026 6:00-7:00PM
In partnership with BMO, this interactive workshop empowers youth with essential financial literacy skills, from budgeting to building a strong financial future.
Youth Financial Literacy Workshop
May 19, 2026 6:00 - 7:00pm
In partnership with BMO, this interactive workshop empowers youth with essential financial literacy skills, from budgeting to building a strong financial future.
Our Partners
Your support keeps our programs running. Every gift strengthens Vermont Village.
Get in Touch
Let’s Work Together
Interested in partnering with us, joining a program, or supporting our mission? We'd love to hear from you.
Address
7901 Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Phone
(323) 758-3777
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