AVA Food Pantry
Ensuring no one in our community goes to bed hungry. Access to nutritious food is a basic human right, and we work daily to make that promise real for our youth and their families.
Learn moreServing St. Petersburg since 2008
Empowering Community,
One Neighbor at a Time
"It Takes a Village" — African Proverb. We're a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to educating, empowering, and enhancing the quality of life for our St. Petersburg community.
Our Promise
Educate. Empower. Enhance.
AVA exists to promote self-sufficiency, financial stability, and economic development within our community.
Educate
Providing guidance, resources, and supervision to youth and families in our local vicinity.
Empower
Pathways toward self-sufficiency and financial stability for every neighbor we serve.
Enhance
Lifting the quality of life through tangible programs and lasting community connection.
What We Do
Our Programs
Concrete services that meet real needs — from hot meals to safe rides.
AVA RideShare
Reliable, safe, and efficient ride share services for individuals with disabilities or mobility impairments — paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible society.
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Cancer Awareness
Community education and outreach focused on early detection, prevention, and supporting families navigating a cancer diagnosis in our neighborhood.
Learn more"It Takes a Village."
— African Proverb