Our Mission Statement
Love, Linda Vista Inc. is a non-profit founded on the principles of showing the diversity that makes up this historic neighborhood of Linda Vista in San Diego, California
Love, Linda Vista Inc. proudly celebrates the heritage of this historically minority community that is made of Black, Latino, Asian American Pacific Islanders
Love, Linda Vista Inc.'s mission is to continue to create more local community events and experiences to enhance Linda Vista's strong community spirit by working in partnership to bring together local San Diego businesses and organizations* to the residents of Linda Vista
Love, Linda Vista Inc.'s proudly supports beginning its mission with the revival of The Linda Vista Farmers' Market, which intentionally welcomes and celebrates farmers and vendors from diverse backgrounds. Love, Linda Vista Inc. incorporates all partnerships listed below within the farmers' market to provide free services for residents and visitors to the Linda Vista neighborhood
The Linda Vista Farmers' Market is where civic and community engagement flourishes with learning about our community and where local San Diego County Certified Farmers can gather to sell fresh produce directly to residents and visitors alike
The Linda Vista Farmers' market is a space for unique micro enterprises owned by
local residents to share their talents of handmade crafts, providing access to locally sourced goods and making diverse foods
Love, Linda Vista Inc. will begin incorporating free events throughout Linda Vista as we move forward with our mission with love and care for the Linda Vista community
Jonathan Widener, President
* Organizations we've partnered with includes:
Anderson Lab (UCSD - Department of Public Health)
Head Start - Neighborhood House Association
Tuberculosis Control and Refugee Health (County of San Diego HHSA)
Asian Pacific Health Foundation and Champions for Health - Free COVID VAX and Free Flu Shot Clinic
Board Members
Jonathan Widener, Co-President
Rachel Oporto, Co-President
Jawad Al Baghdadi, Co-Treasurer
Donovan Rice, Co-Treasurer
Maya Vargas, Secretary
Nguyen Tran
Julieta Gonzalez Torres
Tomasa Velediaz
Ricardo Sousa