Making Progress With Purpose

Barbara Garcia

Barbara moved to the LACDA’s South Bay Gardens senior development in 2021 and is very appreciative of having a place to call home.

Since moving in, she has become an active member of the community and was elected Vice President of the Resident Council in 2025.

Barbara is known for her kindness and generosity. She enjoys baking and often shares homemade treats during holiday events and regularly bakes for the youth participating in Family Learning Center programs.

Donavon and Christian

Donovon and Christian are two brothers at our Nueva Maravilla Public Housing Development. Having lived onsite for the majority of their lives, the young men are branching out in pursuit of their higher education goals.

The two recently applied for, and were awarded, scholarships dedicated to LACDA program participants to assist with education expenses.

“By pursuing a degree in Film, TV, and Media Studies, paired with Social Media Marketing, I aim to become a social media manager for local businesses in East Los Angeles and City Terrace. I want to showcase what my community is capable of and inspire people to believe not only in themselves, but in the power of their community. This scholarship will directly help me achieve that vision.”