Texas RioGrande Legal Aid Inc

Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) is a non-profit organization based in Mercedes, TX, dedicated to helping low-income, unemployed, and underemployed individuals in the Rio Grande Valley gain the education and training necessary to secure high-skilled, high-wage jobs. Through their various training programs, such as Health Information Technology, Welding, Drafting, Electrician, LVN Vocational Nurse, and Medical Coding and Billing, VIDA has achieved impressive results, with a 96% persistence rate and an average hourly wage increase from $8.43 to $21.36 post-VIDA. Recognized as one of only nine programs in the nation chosen for a rigorous PACE Pathways for Advancing Careers and Education evaluation, VIDA has proven to be a valuable resource for the communities it serves, with a remarkable return on investment of $14.74 for every $1.00 invested. With the support of their investment partners and grants, VIDA continues to empower individuals to pursue their dream careers and contribute to the economic growth of the region.Generated from the website