Founded on the African proverb “it takes a village to raise a child,” ViVa was created by four individuals who saw the need to strengthen the Black community and bridge the cultural gap across the Rio Grande Valley.
ViVa was built by four individuals who believed one thing: that the Black community in the Rio Grande Valley deserved a village of their own.
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Four people. One vision. Hear directly from the founders about what inspired them to build a village right here in the Rio Grande Valley and what keeps them going.
Four individuals come together with a shared vision to strengthen the Black community in the Rio Grande Valley.
ViVa officially begins serving the Rio Grande Valley through community-centered programs, cultural events, and initiatives designed to support, connect, and uplift the Black community.
ViVa hosts its largest Juneteenth celebration, honoring Black history and culture in the Valley.
Free clothing support for families in need launches on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
120+ members, $9.6K in scholarships awarded, and 320 Thanksgiving meals distributed to seniors across the RGV.
Elevating and uniting the Black community while connecting cultures in the Rio Grande Valley.
ViVa was started to provide a safe, welcoming place to meet, connect, and grow with one another, while connecting cultures across the Rio Grande Valley.
Building bridges of community and commerce to unite the diverse cultures across the Rio Grande Valley.
We believe a united community is an unstoppable one. ViVa is the bridge between cultures, the amplifier of Black voices, and the connector of commerce across the RGV.
Preserving and celebrating Black heritage while building real cross-cultural connection across the Rio Grande Valley.
Creating spaces for connection, education, advocacy, volunteering, and leadership development for all.
Supporting entrepreneurship, financial literacy, business visibility, and community partnerships in the RGV.
Become a member, lend a hand, or give what you can, every bit helps ViVa create community, culture, and connection across the Valley.
