What we do?

WEA Community Development Corporation is a new nonprofit local office located on the Far Eastside of Indianapolis that goal is to convene and collaborate with neighborhood residents and organizations, government, philanthropy, and the private sector to revitalize Indianapolis’ urban communities and transform places to be better places to live, work, raise families and do business.

It will be highly received through various initiatives that WEA CDC will support with resident-led efforts and community partners by serving as a catalyst and backbone for these initiatives. WEA CDC will look to provides capital, technical expertise, training, and information through collective impact initiatives to support the creation of employment/job readiness opportunities; commercial, industrial, and community facilities; entrepreneurial opportunities/businesses; which in entail will create more jobs.

 We envision a community defined by equity, resilience, and shared growth—a place where families want to live, businesses want to invest, and generations can flourish together. 

Our goal is simple: to expand access to employment, support local entrepreneurship, and strengthen neighborhoods. We do this through programs that:

• Connect residents to jobs and workforce training opportunities. Assist with those returning back to the community and/or to help assist those not to return.
   
• Help small businesses and entrepreneurs grow right here on the Far Eastside.
   
• Invest in safe, healthy, and vibrant neighborhoods through strategic partnerships, planning, and community-led projects.
   

WEA CDC is guided by the values of equity, collaboration, and resilience. We believe every resident deserves the chance to thrive, and every voice deserves to be heard in shaping the future of our community.

Together, with residents and partners, we are building a Far Eastside that is not only stronger today but sustainable for generations to come.