Resilient Awarded Catalyst Funding by Sierra Jobs First Governing Council

Resilient Public Health Services is one of 40 awardees for our proposal: Sierra Region Community Health Worker/Promotor Program. Excerpt from the press release below. The full press release can be found on the Sierra Jobs First website.

March 24, 2025 – (TRUCKEE, Calif.) The 21-member Governing Council of Sierra Jobs First, a regional collaborative representing seven counties in the eastern and central Sierra in the statewide California Jobs First initiative, voted on Friday to award a total of $9M to 40 projects meeting the pre-implementation, planning-phase criteria for Catalyst funding under the initiative, and with the most potential to align with regional strategies to grow climate-resilient, equitable jobs in Alpine, Amador, Calaveras, Inyo, Mariposa, Mono and Tuolumne Counties. 

“The overwhelming response to the Catalyst RFP was truly inspiring, showcasing the innovation, determination, and dedication of our region in advancing an inclusive and climate-forward future,” said Alex Bloom, non-voting chair of the Sierra Jobs First Governing Council. “Recognizing the strength and diversity of the submitted projects, the Council reached a clear consensus to fund as many eligible initiatives as possible, ensuring broad regional impact and support for transformative solutions.”

“As regional conveners, our team is proud to have worked collaboratively with the diverse communities of the Sierra through months of engagement and hundreds of hours of thoughtful dialogue to create a funding slate that reflects our region’s unique needs and aspirations,” said Erika Harvey, director of economic empowerment, Sierra Business Council. “We look forward to continuing to nurture the connections forged through this process as we bring the Sierra Jobs First vision to life, whether through California Jobs First funding or other opportunities.”