What We Do
For more than 30 years, LISC Virginia's work with community organizations to revitalize under-served Richmond-area neighborhoods has led to physical improvements, safer streets, increased property values and highly engaged residents. We support community development organizations with grants, loans and expertise to help them construct businesses, community centers and affordable homes in low and moderate income neighborhoods.
Our Stories
From Access to Empowerment: Transforming Petersburg, Virginia’s Digital Landscape
The Digital Navigation project with VSU is two-fold, aiming to increase broadband capabilities on campus and incorporate digital tools in the lives of Petersburg residents.
WORTH Program Provides Housing Resources and Promotes Homeownership Equity
“WORTH enhances our work,” says Brenda Hicks, Deputy Director of Counseling and Education at Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia.
LISC Commits $50 Million in Partnership with Richmond, VA to Tackle Affordable Housing Crisis
In a new partnership with the City of Richmond, LISC has committed $50 million to be deployed over the next five years to create affordable housing. The funds will match the city's commitment of $50 million—totaling $100 million—and “will help accelerate the speed and scale of housing development, with a ripple effect that positively impacts jobs, health, safety and other key components of opportunity and growth,” said LISC's president Denise Scott.