CA FWD leads a movement

to ensure California's government and economy work for everyone

2021 California Economic Summit

10 Years Together

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CALIFORNIA DREAM INDEX

Measuring progress toward an equitable California
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Building Racial And Economic Equity Through Home Ownership

A New CA FWD Policy Brief
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REPORT: Regions Build Together

A Housing Agenda for All California
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LEADING A MOVEMENT

Helping all Californians achieve their California Dream by ensuring the government and the economy work for everyone through a collaborative, inclusive, regional approach to solutions with accountability.

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Together we can build the California our communities and regions deserve.
One where each of us have an opportunity to prosper regardless of who we are or where we live.
And one where our children and future generations can thrive.

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“We don’t see too many of those conversations across the state and we need more people involved in this kind of dialogue.”
Oscar Chavez, California Stewardship Network
“There’s been no other entity that’s been able or willing to take on that challenge but CA FWD and the California Economic Summit has done just that.”
Ashley Swearengin, CEO of Central Valley Community Foundation and vice-chair of the CA FWD Leadership Council
“I think the Summit’s work is critical.”
Toni Atkins, California State Senate President pro Tempore
“You’re there demonstrating every single year a capacity to deliver on the things we promote and promise up in Sacramento.”
Gavin Newsom, California Governor

NEWS & INSIGHTS

Increasing Access to California’s Water Industry with an Equity Lens
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Water district general manager Joone Lopez emphasizes using data and community-centered practices to support a sustainable, equitable, and integrated future for water utilities

Regional Economic Development Receives Major Boost in California
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Community Economic Resilience Fund can help create more sustainable and equitable economies

CA FWD Applauds Passage of Community Economic Resilience Fund
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An equitable California works for everyone. Investing in our regional economies and communities is a proven way to lift more Californians toward their dreams of a better tomorrow.

Ashley Swearengin receives 2021 Ethical Leadership Award
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CA FWD Leadership Council co-chair and former Fresno mayor continues work serving the people of the Central Valley

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