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California Counties Are Key to Community Economic Resilience Fund
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A new $600 million fund is designed to encourage regional leaders from government, business, labor, and the community to work together on inclusive economic planning.

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Addressing Housing Needs in Rural California in the Wake of Natural Disasters
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Seana O’Shaughnessy advocates for affordable housing options that reflect realities and needs of rural communities

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Coachella Valley Rental Assistance Program Continues Lifting Up Residents in Need
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With physical and economic recovery turning into a slow process for many, Lift to Rise program helping people get back on track

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Deliberative Approach to Energy and Climate Challenges Shows How to Bring Americans Together
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New poll in partnership with CA FWD gives insight into how people can take on big problems in divisive times

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Recovering with Equity Requires Opening More Doors to Higher Education
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California Economic Summit work group aims to blaze more pathways to meaningful careers

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Governor Newsom Acts on Legislation Championed by CA FWD Action Fund
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Key bills represent historic and meaningful investments in broadband, wildfires and more

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Redressing Racial Inequity Through Access to Capital
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Summit workgroup aims to reframe lending to support more California small businesses owned by people of color

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Community Input Needed for California’s Historic Broadband Investments
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Agencies surveying and taking comment on state plans for expanding broadband infrastructure

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Preparing for Wildfires Pays Off in South Lake Tahoe
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Collaborative preventative efforts done since a 2007 wildfire were key to saving homes and structures

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