10 Years of Fondo Adelante: Building a Stronger Mission Corridor
Fondo Adelante has become a cornerstone for micro-entrepreneurs across the Bay Area, deploying $18.17 million in loans to 600 small businesses.
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MEDA Recognized with the Nancy Zimpher Courage in Leadership Award by StriveTogether
The Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) has been honored with the Nancy Zimpher Courage in Leadership Award from its national partners at StriveTogether. The award was presented at the 2025 Cradle to Career Network Convening in Atlanta, Georgia.
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From Certificates to Confidence: A Mission Techies IT Journey
When San Francisco resident Phu Luc first came to MEDA’s Mission Techies IT Pre- Apprenticeship program he had a strong goal in mind: find himself in the best position to land a full-time job in the tech industry.
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Igniting Youth Leadership in the Mission District
The inaugural MYIA cohort brought together 29 Mission-rooted youth leaders and 49 passionate youth volunteers to create positive change and spark critical conversations
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María: Building a Career Through ECE REACH and Community Support
Determined to make it happen, María spent time walking up and down the streets of the Mission looking for opportunities and that’s when she found Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA).
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Introducing José García, MEDA's New Chief Real Estate Officer
José brings a deep, personal understanding of how place-based community development can truly transform lives.
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