VILLA, formerly Sneaker VILLA is a Philadelphia, PA based specialty
retailer of urban inspired apparel, footwear, and accessory products. As a result of providing the best of fashion in a high energy environment, VILLA is considered the premier urban fashion retailer in its current markets. VILLA operates in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
VILLA will revitalize urban communities by supporting economic investment, educational opportunities and exposure to multi-cultural experiences, heroes, and other inspirational figures.
In 1989, VILLA opened its first store in Reading, PA. In 2009, VILLA opened its 24th store in Pittsburgh, PA. Over the last twenty years, VILLA has been guided by the Lutz family vision to provide service and leadership opportunities to communities that have been historically underserved and disadvantaged.
VILLA has partnered with schools, local governments and neighborhood groups to improve the community through volunteer service, educational initiatives, and economic investment. To date, VILLA has completed over 5,000 hours of community service and completed almost 100 service projects.
VILLA’s community initiatives include sponsorship of City Year at Philadelphia’s Overbrook High School, the “Take a Chance High School Tour” with Poerty N Motion, and Philadelphia 76ers’ Andre Iguodala. Additionally, VILLA has participated in voter registration drives, community clean ups, back to school rallies, reading incentive and programs.
