History
VFA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1978 to help Vietnamese refugees and immigrants adjust to life in the US after the Vietnam War. The organization offered ESL courses, employment, and citizenship services. In the past few years the VFA has shifted focus to promoting academic success, leadership development, parental involvement, cultural enrichment and community service among underprivileged families with school-age youth. VFA undergoes constant changes to better serve the Greater Seattle community. Today, VFA offers mentoring, parent advocacy services, tutoring, and summer and after-school programs, as well as cultural enrichment and bridging programs. Please visit the Programs tab for more details.
Mission
To empower the Vietnamese community to succeed while bridging, preserving, and promoting cultural heritage.
Vision
We envision a society where all members of the Vietnamese community are self-reliant, successful, and contributing to the betterment of our world
Values
VFA staff and board strive to adhere to these values:
- High-quality customer service
- To be where clients are
- Respect for all people
- Collaboration
- Integrity
