VETERANS & COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT CENTER
KINGS ROAD & MYRTLE AVENUE
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
What
- Technology based facility honoring, promoting and high-lighting the contributions and culturally different experiences of our Veterans who served America in times of war
- Multi-purpose space for community healing and engagement, workforce development, counseling, research, advocacy and resource development and health and wellness
Why
- Opportunity for real, transformative community change
- Short and long-term community engagement
- Improved community environment and crime reduction
- Kings road corridor development to Edward Waters College
- Increased employment opportunities
- Connect assets in Durkeeville, New Town, and Railyard District
- Access to downtown and Lavilla via I-95 and Kings road US-1
- Tourist attraction and heritage opportunities
Programs/Services
- Veterans counseling - community, family and research support
- Health-Smart holistic health and wellness activities
- Family education - improving study and life skills, parenting, family literacy, homeownership and entrepreneur support
How
Empowerment Campaign funding opportunities:
• Private Sector 25% $1.25M
• Federal Government 25% $1.25M
• State of Florida 25% $1.25M
• City of Jacksonville 25% $1.25M
LEARN HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR CAMPAIGN: VCEC@JAXUL.ORG
We welcome the communities input and participation in
our campaign to empower our community and change lives.
