Mission Statement & History

About Us

The Vietnamese American Initiative for Development (VietAID) was founded in 1994 by community leaders and residents who believed that a community development corporation would provide comprehensive economic development programs and services to alleviate poverty and advance civic participation in the Fields Corner Vietnamese community of Dorchester. VietAID’s mission is to build a strong Vietnamese community and a vibrant Fields Corner through the following measures: promoting civic engagement and community building; developing affordable housing and commercial space; providing small business technical assistance and micro-enterprise development; and offering high quality child care services.

Latest News

Night Market III lures thousands to Fields Corner for music, Pho, fun

By Seth Daniel, News EditorJuly 17, 2024 Danny Wang “feeds” Nguyen Van during the Pho eating contest. The duo tied for second place in the competition. The third annual Little Saigon Night Market/Cho Dem street festival came together in just the right way last Saturday evening as families and people young and old from the neighborhood and beyond mixed and …

What is a 12-foot pear statue doing in Dorchester ?

“It’s a monument to the people of Dorchester, and it’s a monument to [their] experiences.” By Emily Spatz June 19, 2024 (Emily Spatz) A12-foot-tall, bronze statue of a pear sitting just off a busy Boston intersection may seem out of place.  “I cannot even make something up. Why would a pear be here?” said Dorchester resident Jaahnavi Bodkhe, who passes by …

July 23, 2024: Boston Little Saigon Night Market

We are excited to remind you that the Boston Little Saigon Night Market – Chợ Đêm is just ONE WEEK away! Don’t forget to join us on Saturday, July 13th, from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM for an unforgettable evening filled with vibrant culture, delicious food, and lively entertainment. LEARN MORE Skip the lines and dive into the fun at …