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 Housing to Economic Mobility: Inside LISC’s Strategies for Change with CEO Michael T. Pugh
In a wide-ranging interview with Denver Fredericks, host of the Business of Giving podcast, LISC CEO Michael T. Pugh describes the pillars of LISC's work investing in communities and what's on the horizon for the CDFI under his leadership. "[We] can be a real catalyst for economic development in communities," says Pugh. "And frankly the best is yet to come."
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.