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?? One to watch! NASA's next-gen galaxy mapper is launching from Vandenberg Sunday so add it to your weekend plans! This historic mission will collect data on more than 450 million galaxies and 100 million stars in the Milky Way to explore the origins of the universe. Get the latest launch info at https://lnkd.in/gT__2xxx

Uplift is excited about the contributions of our coalition and so many others to the new California Jobs First Economic Blueprint, a statewide plan built with input from 13 regional plans—including Uplift’s plan!—to drive sustainable economic growth, innovation, and access to good-paying jobs over the next decade. This Wednesday Governor Newsom announced the Blueprint is paired with $125 million in funding to support new, ready-to-go projects, $15 million for economic development projects for California Native American tribes, $13 million to support the economic recovery and small businesses in the Los Angeles region, and $92 million in funding for new apprenticeship and jobs programs. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gwaAefW4. Governor Newsom said, and we wholeheartedly agree that, “California’s economic dominance and success are grown locally, with the contributions of each diverse region of our state. From agriculture to clean energy to film to every industry in between, our Golden State owes its success to the people, communities, and industries that make it work. I am proud of the collaborative work of Californians from every region who developed this statewide Economic Blueprint. California thrives because we work together, despite adversity and even disagreement.” ~~~ Uplift está emocionado por las contribuciones de nuestra coalición y muchas otras al nuevo Plan Económico California Jobs First: un plan estatal construido con aportes de 13 planes regionales, incluyendo el plan de Uplift, para impulsar el crecimiento económico sostenible, la innovación y el acceso a empleos bien remunerados durante la próxima década. Este miércoles, el gobernador Newsom anunció que el Plan está respaldado con $125 millones en financiamiento para apoyar proyectos nuevos y listos para ejecutarse, $15 millones para proyectos de desarrollo económico para tribus nativas americanas de California, $13 millones para apoyar la recuperación económica y las peque?as empresas en la región de Los ángeles, y $92 millones en financiamiento para nuevos programas de aprendizaje y empleo. Conoce más en https://lnkd.in/gwaAefW4. El gobernador Newsom dijo, y estamos completamente de acuerdo, que "el dominio económico y el éxito de California se cultivan localmente, con las contribuciones de cada región diversa de nuestro estado. Desde la agricultura hasta la energía limpia, pasando por el cine y cada industria intermedia, nuestro Estado Dorado debe su éxito a las personas, comunidades e industrias que lo hacen funcionar. Estoy orgulloso del trabajo colaborativo de los californianos de cada región que desarrollaron este Plan Económico estatal. California prospera porque trabajamos juntos, a pesar de la adversidad e incluso de los desacuerdos." Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom, REACH, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP), Economic Development Collaborative, California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), California Forward

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As we make Big Bets on growing and creating job opportunities in the Central Coast's #aerospace, #cleanenergy and #hightech industries, so is the state! Super excited to see the work of so many people through REACH and Uplift Central Coast come together as part of this historic blueprint to create more jobs faster across our region and beyond and looking forward to continued collaboration with partners across the state to create more opportunity for more people to thrive. Learn more: ?? The state's new economic blueprint: https://jobsfirst.ca.gov/ ?? Our updated regional plan: https://lnkd.in/gBm2NSj6 ?? The six-county Uplift partnership and grants: https://lnkd.in/gYptiVt4 California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) California Jobs First Uplift Central Coast #spacetriangle

Delivering on the vision of a Central Coast where people have opportunity to thrive — Our first 5 years have made an indelible mark: ???? Nearly 7,800 jobs in the pipeline ?? $342 million in new public investment secured for the region ?? A growing coalition of hundreds of leaders moving our region forward. As we enter our next 5 years and beyond, we are making Big Bets on the region's people and future, doubling down work to: ?? Expand good-paying jobs ?? Empower people with accessible career paths ??? Enable housing for the region's workforce. See what we've accomplished and where we're headed next in our refreshed strategic vision: REACH 2030 + Beyond https://lnkd.in/gBm2NSj6

?? Please join us in welcoming Eleze Armstrong,?President of Adventist Health Twin Cities?as the newest member of the REACH Council! The Council brings together leaders from across the region to collaborate, share ideas, and drive meaningful economic action. Welcome Eleze!

Our 2025 Summit was a day of insightful speakers, impactful conversations and inspiring connections. Find all the highlights, top insights and photos in our recap. https://lnkd.in/g46hVv4v We look forward to continuing the dialogue in the days and weeks ahead!

?? Please join us in welcoming Ryan Ashlock, CPA, MBA, President of Adventist Health Central Coast as a new REACH Founders Circle member.?The Founders Circle plays a vital role in shaping the future of the Central Coast by tackling the region's biggest challenges and championing the REACH mission. Welcome aboard, Ryan!

We’re thrilled to announce that $9 million in Catalyst Predevelopment Funding is going to 36 incredible organizations across the Central Coast! These projects will strengthen economic resilience, sustainability, and opportunity all across our six-county region. ?? Want to see who received funding? Check out the full list of recipients and learn more about what’s ahead at https://lnkd.in/gur6Mqv4. And here’s something we’re especially proud of—we’re part of a powerful coalition of dreamers and doers! We received 136 applications requesting close to $50 million. The overwhelming response showed just how many transformative projects are in the works. Our funding decisions prioritized projects aligned with Uplift’s regional strategies, North Star, and State priorities—building a strong and diverse regional portfolio that addresses critical needs and which will drive lasting impact across the Central Coast. ~~~ ?Nos emociona anunciar que $9 millones en Fondos de Pre-desarrollo Catalyst se destinarán a 36 increíbles organizaciones en toda la Costa Central! Estos proyectos fortalecerán la resiliencia económica, la sostenibilidad y las oportunidades en los seis condados de nuestra región. ?? ?Quieres ver quiénes recibieron financiamiento? Consulta la lista completa de beneficiarios y conoce más sobre lo que viene en https://lnkd.in/gKnDiJin. Y aquí hay algo de lo que estamos especialmente orgullosos: ?somos parte de una poderosa coalición de so?adores y hacedores! Recibimos 136 solicitudes que suman cerca de $50 millones. La abrumadora respuesta mostró cuántos proyectos transformadores están en marcha. Nuestras decisiones de financiamiento priorizaron proyectos alineados con las estrategias regionales de Uplift, el North Star y las prioridades estatales, construyendo un portafolio regional sólido y diverso que aborda necesidades críticas y que generará un impacto duradero en toda la Costa Central.

It was an energizing day at the Bacara for our 2nd Ideas + Action Summit, where 380 Central Coast leaders gathered to gain inspiration and insight from the likes of Tory Bruno, Dee Dee Myers, Kate Gordon, Matt Beane, Anyeley Hallová and more. Take a spin through the photo gallery for glimpses of the day - full recap coming soon! Thank you to all our speakers, sponsors and attendees for making this summit one to remember! https://lnkd.in/guMTQ32E United Launch Alliance (ULA) California Forward California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) Christina Harbridge Marek Gootman Blake Bradley Paul Rudy Monica Hansen Maureen Zawalick Trey Lauderdale ACI Jet Ron Werft Cottage Health Quinn Brady Matthew Woods Atomic Canyon Karen Tillman Kevin Davis