Building a better Arvin, together.

Welcome to The Arvin Project

At The Arvin Project, we’re a group of neighbors, creators, and friends who believe in the power of our community. We created this space to connect, inform, and inspire the people of Arvin, California. Through art, technology, and storytelling, we’re building new ways for all of us to explore our city’s rich culture and help shape its future.

Our work is an open invitation to the community. When you see one of our QR codes around town, we invite you to connect with a story, a piece of history, or a new idea from right here in our community. Every interaction builds a bridge between our past and our future, between a creative spark and meaningful action. We're building a more connected Arvin, one interaction at a time.

Our Mission

Our mission is to bring people together to build a brighter future for Arvin. Here’s what we focus on:

Honoring Our Culture

We celebrate Arvin's unique story by sharing our history and traditions through murals, digital archives, and local storytelling.

Building Connections

We create spaces where residents, artists, and local businesses can meet, share ideas, and work together on projects that matter.

Sparking Creativity

We use art and new ideas to beautify our city, express our identity, and grow our sense of community pride.

Creating Positive Change

We champion initiatives that improve daily life, from creating green spaces and supporting education to expanding access to technology.

Our Story

The Arvin Project started with a simple idea in 2023. As co-founders, we saw an opportunity to bring Arvin’s incredible creativity and deep history into the digital age. What began with a single mural and a QR code has blossomed into a city-wide movement to connect our community through culture and technology. Our goal is simple: to tap into Arvin’s limitless potential and invite everyone to be a part of its story.

Meet the Team

Juan Villegas
Juan Villegas
Co-founder & Coder

A lifelong Arvin resident and developer passionate about using technology to build community connections.

Jaquelin Bedolla
Jaquelin Bedolla
Co-founder

A community organizer dedicated to creating spaces where Arvin residents can collaborate and thrive.

Get Involved

Every voice and every action counts. Here’s how you can join the movement:

Share Your Story

Do you know a person, place, or project that deserves to be featured? Let us know!

Volunteer Your Time

Lend a hand with installing QR codes, designing visuals, or helping us gather community stories.

Become a Partner

If you’re a local business or organization, let’s team up to support creative and educational projects in Arvin.