Innovation Driven, Community Focused

We are a Community Development Corporation focus on advancing economic opportunity for lower and middle-income communities.

We do this through place-based initiatives supporting economic development, entrepreneurship, and economic mobility, with a focus on emerging regions.

Missing Middle Housing Program (MMHP)

The MMHP supports real estate entrepreneurs with research, convening, and technical assistance to support development addressing housing gaps for the missing middle.

Support the MMHP

Competitive Entrepreneurs Initiative (CEI)

Aligned to Southern California’s mega-games cycle, the CEI celebrates the intersection of athlete entrepreneurship and investment careers by supporting early stage competitive pursuits in five counties.

Support the CEI

Scale & Acquire Capital Readiness (SAACR) Programs

Our SAACR programs provides direct technical assistance to manufacturing and real estate entrepreneurs with our network of partners on alternative capital access options to scale growth and acquire new businesses.

Learn about the SAACR

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This week at the Milken Global Conference, great conversations
Today we spent time with the SEMI Foundation at their SoCal Semiconductor Workforce event. Great to hear the panels and learn more about apprenticeship options in the industry. This is part of our work supporting the Orange County Business Council in
We had the opportunity to attend the Creative Defense Foundation's Disruptors in the Desert Conference this past week and our mind is blown at the amazing technology that was on display. This national event is anchored right in our backyard and inclu
We're excited to share you now have two ways to engage with our work. First, via Blended Impact, our original civic innovation lab and advisory for municipalities established in 2019. Now, also via Blended Impact Labs, our nonprofit community develop
We're excited to share that Blended Impact is one of the awardees selected by the Orange County Business Council to help them activate their advanced manufacturing goals in the county! We are looking forward to partnering with the leadership and shar
We're back from the CA Economic Summit in Stockton! It was great to hear not only from the current Governor, but also candidates on the future of the state. We had the opportunity to host a breakfast discussion and share with local leaders and we're
What an "unboxing" looks like for us. Trying new products from early stage founders today. Have you tried any of these brands?