Mission
Our mission is to foster a community hub that benefits the entire community, especially those impacted by economic disparities. We will lower barriers to economic production necessities like professional-grade kitchen facilities. We strive to create a legacy community center that nurtures local talent and supports both individual and collective growth.
Education
- The LCA mission has included educational programming since 1971:
- non-violence resistance training, urban farming, doula training, pottery, herbalism, documentary screenings & discussion groups.
- The West Philadelphia Cultural Center will be a space for continuing education, nutrition classes, resume help, community meetings, arts and cultural events and education
- There will be opportunities for youth skill training and job readiness as well as certification classes.
- Training in food production
Food & Culture
- Additional opportunity for urban farming and nutritional education
- Expansion of the Absurdia Community Fridge & Pantry
- Fully licensed, affordable, and professional kitchen space for local independent vendors & business owners.
- Community initiatives & events, needed affordable event space rental in West Philadelphia.
- Banquet and performance hall, a multifunctional hub for events, classes & workshops, fostering a community around local food & cultural activities.
What Do We Need?
- $1.2m for environmental abatement, capital improvements, accessibility and operating costs
- Additional Funding – Discretionary funding as well as recommendations of additional funding opportunities.
- Board members for the WPCC board, to consist of neighborhood experts and stakeholders
