Economic Prosperity
We build relationships with local business, education and workforce development sectors to foster job creation, promote leadership and inspire innovation.
SDG&E strengthens our local economy by building more equitable recruitment systems, growing career pathways in underserved populations and ensuring the resilience of businesses and educational institutions in our service territory.
- SDG&E partnered with the San Diego Community College District to support the Utility Line Clearance Arborist Training program where participants complete a five-week, 200-hour training program. Programs like the Utility Line Clearance Arborist Training are designed to build a diverse, qualified and talented workforce of uniquely skilled personnel.
- SDG&E co-founded the Black Community Investment Fund with The San Diego Foundation to increase racial equity and generational wealth for Black San Diegans.
- SDG&E developed the Lineworker Assistant Scholarship program to support aspiring lineworkers with the resources and opportunities to pursue a career in the energy industry. In partnership with Northwest Lineman College, local scholarship recipients will receive the necessary training and education needed to have a safe and rewarding career.
Grant Details
Thank you for your interest in applying for an Economic Prosperity grant. Applications are no longer being accepted. If you have questions, contact sdgecommunity@sdge.com.
SDG&E Economic Prosperity
2024 Grant Recipients
SDG&E's Economic Prosperity grant initiative invests in nonprofit organizations whose programs and services create opportunities for growth that benefit individuals and families, especially in underserved communities. Their dedication reflects the collective efforts that make San Diego a great place to live and work.
SDG&E is proud to announce the 2024 recipients of its Economic Prosperity grant initiative. This year, recipients were awarded close to $1M in shareholder funded grants to advance economic development and create a brighter future for all.
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Accessity |
Kim Center for Social Balance |
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Asian Business Association (ABA) - San Diego |
Kitchens For Good |
San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce |
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Better Business Bureau |
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) |
San Diego Tourism Authority |
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California Restaurant Association Foundation |
MAAC Project |
San Diego Volunteer Lawyers Program |
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Central San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce |
MAKE Projects |
San Diego/Imperial SBDC |
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Chicano Federation of San Diego County |
Mira Costa College Foundation |
Second Chance |
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City Heights Community Development Corporation |
Mission Edge San Diego |
Sister Cities |
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Community Housing Works |
National Conflict Resolution Center |
Support the Enlisted Project (STEP) |
| CONNECT Foundation | National Veterans Transition Services | VetCTAP |
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Council for Supplier Diversity |
Resource Conservation Foundation of Greater San Diego County |
Workshops for Warriors |
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Father Joe's Villages |
Rise Up Industries |
Zero8hundred |
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International Rescue Committee (IRC) |
SDG&E Helps Diversify Our Local Workforce
Building a highly qualified and diverse workforce is important to our region’s economic prosperity. To that end, SDG&E is collaborating with some of our vendors to expand workforce development opportunities in the utility trades.
SDG&E partnered with one of our contractors, Jingoli Power, to host a cohort of 13 trainees of African American descent from the Competitive Edge workforce development program at our Skills Training Facility in Mission Valley. This partnership allowed trainees to observe first-hand the variety of job opportunities available in the utility industry.