Local First Arizona

A federal grant is helping Gila County protect rural towns like Superior, Globe and Miami from the growing risk of flash floods after a trio of wildfires caused damage to the landscape?? The county will map the likely routes of post-wildfire flooding and mudslides using $250,000 from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Local First Arizona's Economic Resource Center has helped rural towns, tribes and nonprofits successfully apply for millions of dollars in grants. Contact us for free assistance ?? https://lnkd.in/gMEWnrvu #RuralAZ #wildfire #PinalCounty #GilaCounty

10 days until Giving Tuesday! Let's celebrate what makes Arizona special - the vibrant local businesses and communities that define our state! Think about that friendly neighborhood coffee shop, the quirky bookstore downtown, or the community park where kids play. These local gems are the heart and soul of Arizona, and they need your love! ?? #GivingTuesday #SupportLocal #EndOfYearGiving #LocalFirstAZ #OurStateIsOurStory #GiveLocal

Since the beginning, our intention has been a stronger Arizona and with your help, our state has been pushing reps?? Your generosity has always mattered and with your continued support, we can continue building a thriving local economy for all. Donate today. Let’s keep rocking together for a better Arizona?? Link to support our work ?? https://lnkd.in/g9EiPrjy #SupportLocal #EndOfYearGiving #LocalFirstAZ #GiveLocal

Start the New Year with Our First Mixer of 2025 in the East Valley! Help us welcome 2025 with fellow entrepreneurs and delicious food at our January mixer, hosted at What’s Crackin Cafe! Known for its vibrant brunch menu and beautiful patio, What’s Crackin Cafe will be open just for us in the evening. Whether you’re looking to connect with familiar faces or meet new members, this is the perfect way to jumpstart 2025 with inspiring conversations in a relaxed environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to kick off a new year of networking with our community!

Generational impact is being made on the Pascua Yaqui reservation?? With a $4 million federal grant, the Pascua Yaqui Development Corporation is building a state-of-the-art construction training center in southern Arizona. This project will create a hub for hands-on training, certifications and access to career pathways in construction, green building and infrastructure?? It’s all about creating good-paying jobs and opportunities for young tribal members — helping the community grow stronger for generations to come! Learn more about how this training center will impact the Pascua Yaqui Tribe and Arizona’s workforce on our blog. ?? Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gp6SS2ne #LongLiveLocal #PascuaYaqui #WorkforceDevelopment #SupportLocal

We’re thrilled to celebrate PinDrop? Travel Trailers, one of our amazing business coalition members, for being named one of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce! ?? Based in historic Miami, Arizona, PinDrop? creates 100% solar-powered, self-contained micro-campers, redefining off-grid adventure while championing sustainability and community impact??? Why PinDrop? stands out: ?? Solar-powered innovation for off-grid adventures ?? Manufactured locally with premium materials ?? Led by passionate founders Tim & Ruth Ellen Elinski Show some love in the comments and let’s celebrate together! #LocalFirstAZ #SupportLocal #PinDropTrailers #CO100 #Innovation

Meet a handful of the culinary artists behind the magic at the upcoming Devour Culinary Classic???? Which local chefs are you most excited to meet? Make sure you grab your tickets - there are less than 80 left for Sunday! Once those are gone, Devour is officially SOLD OUT?? Purchase below: https://lnkd.in/gEH7J8CS #localfirstaz #localbusinesses #certifiedlocal #devourphoenix #devourculinaryclassic

Taller "Fuerza en Acción: Acceso a Capital y las 5 C's del Crédito" El día de ayer, empresarios locales se dieron cita en el National Bank of Arizona para aprender estrategias prácticas y recursos clave que les permitirán acceder al financiamiento necesario para el crecimiento de sus negocios. Santiago Astengo, Business Banking Relationship Manager, compartió su experiencia sobre cómo aprovechar herramientas financieras como líneas de crédito y préstamos comerciales, y explicó en detalle las 5 C’s del Crédito, un elemento esencial para evaluar solicitudes de financiamiento. Fue un evento educativo y enriquecedor, con una destacada participación de nuestra comunidad empresarial, demostrando una vez más que juntos podemos construir un entorno más sólido y próspero. ?? ?Mantente conectado con Fuerza Local y Local First Ariozona para futuros eventos que te ayudarán a hacer crecer tu negocio! Local First Arizona Santiago Astengo, MBA, MGM Mayra Uribe Natasha Lopez-Rodriguez, MBA #FuerzaEnAccion #Arizona #EducaciónFinanciera

I love intentional branding & messaging and Local First Arizona continues to raise the bar. How can you not be fired up about being an Arizona Grown Business! Nicely done Kimber Lanning & team.

For over 20 years, we’ve been backing Arizona’s local businesses and thanks to awesome supporters like you, we’ve made serious progress in building a thriving, inclusive and lasting Arizona economy. ?? But guess what?! We’re not done yet… This giving season, you can help Arizona gear up for the future, with sustainable solutions for local businesses that protect our precious resources ?? Head to the link in our bio to support our work?? #SupportLocal #EndOfYearGiving #LocalFirstAZ #GiveLocal