Redwood Region RISE Catalyst Projects

Investing in Regional Economic Resilience

Redwood Region RISE proudly presents our 10 Catalyst Awardees—transformative initiatives receiving a total of $9 million in predevelopment funding to drive economic development and create quality jobs across Tribal Lands, Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, and Mendocino Counties. These high-impact initiatives represent the collaborative vision of RRRISE's 150+ organizations and will advance strategies outlined in our Regional Roadmap.

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Our Collaborative carefully selected this portfolio based on multiple balancing factors. The funding achieves geographic balance with $1 million dedicated to each county, allocates 20% ($1.8 million) to Tribal-led projects, and ensures balanced investment across all four key sectors. The resources are strategically distributed between exploratory and last-mile projects to maximize impact and efficient use of funds.

Our selected initiatives exemplify how cross-sector partnerships drive regional economic resilience through sustainable food systems, renewable energy, affordable housing, workforce training, cultural preservation, and forest management. Over 70% of funding is directed to initiatives led by priority and disinvested communities.

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The following initiatives exemplify Redwood Region RISE's commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economy throughout our region. These transformative projects span five key themes: Culture and Placemaking; Food, Fiber, and Farm; "Grow Your Own" Health Workforce; Sustainable Forestry; and Tribal Energy Sovereignty.

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Redwood Region RISE - Catalyst Projects - Culture and Placemaking

Culture and Placemaking

Strengthening community identity and creating vibrant gathering spaces through culture-centered development. Our Culture and Placemaking Catalyst projects will preserve traditional knowledge through sustainable woodworking practices and establish a multi-purpose performing arts center that celebrates diverse heritage while fostering social connection and economic opportunity.

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Redwood Region RISE - Catalyst Awardee - Timber & Workforce Development Join Project

Sustainable Forestry

Addressing the Redwood Region's housing and economic needs, a multi-project sustainable forestry initiative will develop value-added industries using local natural resources. These efforts will train hundreds in forest management careers, establish new manufacturing infrastructure, and create climate-friendly products while building community resilience.

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Redwood Region RISE - Catalyst Projects - Food Systems

Food, Fiber, and Farm

Four RRRISE Catalyst initiatives seek to transform the Redwood Region's food, fiber, and farm systems by building critical processing infrastructure, expanding market access, and strengthening local value chains. These collaborative projects will close processing gaps, create community food hubs, and integrate Indigenous food sovereignty practices to build regional self-sufficiency and economic resilience.

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RRRISE Catalyst Project: Indigenous Power & Sustainability Joint Project

Tribal Energy Sovereignty

Advancing Tribal energy independence, four comprehensive sovereignty initiatives will train approximately 100 Tribal members in renewable energy trades while establishing community-controlled clean energy infrastructure. These projects will reduce energy costs, create sustainable employment pathways, and strengthen sovereignty through approaches that combine workforce development with cultural preservation and environmental sustainability.

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Redwood Region RISE - Catalyst Projects - "Grow Your Own" Health Workforce

"Grow Your Own" Health Workforce

Addressing Lake County's healthcare workforce shortage, a comprehensive initiative will train thousands of students and adults through career pipeline programs spanning elementary outreach to professional certification. This multi-tiered approach will develop local healthcare talent and enhance community health literacy to strengthen the region's healthcare capacity and improve access to care.

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Awardees at a Glance

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