Empowering Dreams, Enriching Communities
ICON CDC: Nurturing Prosperity Since 2002
We are dedicated to shaping the San Fernando Valley’s prosperous future
We are Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation
At ICON CDC, our mission is to advance and sustain an equitable, thriving, and prosperous economy for residents of the San Fernando Valley through responsible economic and workforce development and small business growth while guarding the historic social and cultural assets of the region.
Our Vision
ICON CDC is building a thriving San Fernando Valley with economic opportunity, social justice, and civic engagement for everyone.
Our Values
ICON CDC represents:
Our Values:
The Power of Hope: Igniting aspirations, one opportunity at a time, to create a brighter tomorrow for all.
The Promise of Equity: Fostering fairness and inclusivity, ensuring every voice is heard and every person has a seat at the table.
The Dream of Opportunity: Pioneering pathways to success, where dreams are not just envisioned, but realized through dedication and support.
The Fruits of Hard Work: Celebrating the achievements born from perseverance, recognizing that every effort contributes to a thriving community.
Small Business Spotlight
Mandy’s Laundry Secures $120,000 in Grant Funding
Through ICON CDC Business Survival Center
Mandy’s Laundry has served the Van Nuys community for five years. When construction near Van Nuys Boulevard and Sherman Way blocked access to the business, revenue dropped dramatically. After months of relying on savings to stay open, owners Oscar Vazquez and his wife reached a point where they were facing the possibility of selling or closing the business. Through the ICON CDC Business Survival Center, Oscar received hands-on assistance navigating the Metro Fund process. ICON CDC staff helped coordinate communication, move the application forward, and respond when the business faced an urgent eviction deadline. Mandy’s Laundry ultimately received $120,000 in funding, giving the business what Oscar called a “reset button” and an opportunity to remain open and continue serving the community.
Sidewalk Vending Program
ICON CDC Celebrates 35 Graduates of LA County’s Cannabis Social Equity Entrepreneurship Academy
ICON CDC proudly celebrated 35 graduates of Cohort 2 of LA County’s Cannabis Social Equity Entrepreneurship Academy. Through six weeks of training, participants gained practical knowledge in business fundamentals, cannabis regulations, licensing, compliance, and operations. In partnership with LA County, ICON CDC provided business training and technical assistance to help participants build the skills and knowledge needed to pursue opportunities in the cannabis industry.
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“Alma has been providing me amazing support to my business, my PPP forgiveness application has been approved. ICON CDC also helped me to apply for other grants, hiring, adapting my business to the new marketing era of the pandemic by creating social media accounts to promote my business and establish online presence.”
— Marielle
Rolling Speed Performance, INC.
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