Creating strong and inclusive communities
Venice Community Housing believes we must challenge root causes of housing injustice and homelessness and actively confront all forms of racism in order to ensure equitable communities with access to healthy, safe, and affordable homes for all.
VCH impacts the lives of over 1,300 individuals each year
Housing
VCH currently owns and operates 352 units of affordable and supportive housing in 20 properties, serving over 640 residents. The organization also has 380+ homes in its predevelopment pipeline.
Programs
VCH provides trauma-informed resources and supports that help our tenants and program participants secure and maintain housing, improve health, enhance education, and thrive in their communities.
VCH also offers a range of academic, employment, and leadership development opportunities to children and youth ages 6-24.
Advocacy
In order to ensure lasting impact, VCH recognizes the necessity to impact public policy and focus on systemic change. To that end, we participate in a wide range of advocacy issues that align with our mission. VCH has built on our long-established presence in Venice and commitment to serving the interests of low income people to advocate for local, state and federal policies that sustain vibrant and diverse communities.
Our Impact
See the difference we can make with your support.
600+
residents were housed with VCH and received supportive services that helped achieve a 99% housing stability rate.
380+
homes are in predevelopment or
under construction.
40+
elementary students accessed free after-school programming and academic summer camp.
“What they’re doing is a beautiful thing, and I hope they reach everybody who’s willing to work with them…It’s all like an interwoven net that catches you and prevents you from ever going back out there again.”
—Kathy, VCH Tenant
From the blog
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Designing With, Not For: How Community-Led Design Shapes Our Buildings
What does it mean for housing to truly reflect its community? At Venice Community Housing, it starts by bringing residents, neighbors, and local partners into the process from day one. Our community-led design approach is about more than aesthetics, it’s about relationships, trust, and shared ownership. Through workshops, listening sessions, surveys, and site activations, community
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Shop Day, Study Lounge, Bingo Day –Resident Services at VCH
Resident services are a core part of what we do at Venice Community Housing, supporting residents beyond housing and helping build strong, connected communities. From access to everyday essentials to educational activities and social gatherings, these programs create opportunities for neighbors to connect, learn, and support one another. Here’s a snapshot of what’s been happening