about US
The West Central Community Development Group is a 501C3 nonprofit organization, organized in early 2004, to address the needs of the West central neighborhoods and businesses.
WCCDG is a non-profit, non-partisan group of hard working community leaders, residents, and business people who have come together to achieve the goal of making the West Central area a vibrant and thriving entertainment and business area.
The purpose of the WCCDG is to actively promote and affect the redevelopment and revitalization of the West Central Metropolitan Area.
The WCCDG Board of Directors consists of neighborhood associations, home owner associations, neighborhood coalitions, merchant associations, local business representatives, and at-large members. This committed group of leaders is an entirely volunteer board. There is one paid Executive Director and one paid Community Liaison.
Community Leadership: We believe in building the power and leadership of communities in West Central by fostering connections and supporting civic participation by all residents, in particular those who have traditionally been marginalized such as people of modest income, people of color, immigrants, tenants, youth, and the disabled. We believe community residents should have a decisive voice in shaping the future of their communities, their own lives, and have the ability to create local organizations through which they can work together to achieve common goals.
Economic Opportunity: We believe that everyone deserves a fair and genuine opportunity to participate in the economic mainstream and achieve economic security. This means that we must provide the access and the tools that enable people to succeed and address structural obstacles that prevent many of us from fully benefiting from the economic opportunities available in our communities.
Inclusion: We seek to create inclusive communities where all people are welcomed regardless of their ethnicity, race, income, age, or abilities. We seek to create a community development field that is reflective of the people we serve.
Collaboration: We believe that collaboration is essential to building stronger communities and achieving our vision for greater economic opportunity.
Meet The Executive Board
Lorenzo Otero
Board Member
West Mesa
Neighborhood Association
Eloy Padilla
Board Member
Stinson Tower
Neighborhood Association
Harry Relkin
Board Member
Sage Consulting
Business Organization
Al Otero
Board Member
Crestview Bluff
Neighborhood Association
Meet The Board
Steve Maestas
Board Member
Maestas Development Group
Business Organization
Chris Schroeder
Board Member
Real Time Solutions, Inc.
Business Organization
Joe Chavez
Board Member
Chavez Enterprises
Business Organization
Carlos Garcia
Board Member
Garcia Infiniti
Business Organization
Johnny Pena
Immediate Past President &
Board Member
Alamosa Neighborhood Association
Meet Our Staff
CONNECT WITH US TODAY
The WCCDG staff plays a big part in community life here on The West Central. Our team of professionals is eager and ready to help our center become a thriving place you and your family can enjoy daily. The WCCDG family is made up of a diverse group of people who came together serve the community. Get in touch today and speak with any one of our amazing staff members.
505.836.2976
5921 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque NM 87105
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Volunteer
“Do your work with your whole heart, and you will succeed - there’s so little competition”
Fundraise
Major funding for WCCDG comes from members of our community, public grants, and contributions from supporters like you. We rely on support from people like you so that we can continue to expand and improve our services.
If you would like to learn more about donations and sponsorships during special events, please get in touch with our main office. Donate today, and make a world of difference for the community!
WAYS YOU CAN DONATE
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5921 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque NM 87105
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505.836.2976