Our Mission
In the Sierra Nevada, change and challenge create opportunities.
Sierra Business Council serves the economic, environmental, and social needs of our region, catalyzing innovative solutions and increasing resilience throughout the Sierra.
Our Focus
We envision a future in which strong communities, regenerative economies, and a resilient environment are the foundation of the Sierra Nevada region. Through our work in Economic Empowerment, Regional Advocacy, and Climate Action, we work to make that vision a reality.
Economic
Empowerment
We work with small businesses, local governments, and community nonprofits to build the foundation for a vibrant local economy.
Regional
Advocacy
We advocate for the Sierra’s interests to elevate the issues that impact our communities and ensure the region’s value is recognized in legislative outcomes.
Climate
Action
We assist communities throughout the Sierra to proactively plan for climate change by reducing emissions and adapting to changes already impacting the Sierra.
Our Work
Sierra Business Council is a Sierra based nonprofit organization with a mission to catalyze and demonstrate innovative approaches and solutions to increase community vitality, economic prosperity, environmental quality, and social fairness in the Sierra Nevada.
We work to support strong local economies and small businesses, increase regional resilience to the consequences of climate change, and elevate rural issues in the Sierra. Our on-the-ground programs and projects are designed to bring proactive change to the Sierra.
Get Involved
Our team is growing! If you or someone you know is interested in a career opportunity at Sierra Business Council, please follow the link below for job descriptions and instructions on how to apply.
SBC is currently seeking a contractor to fill a Disaster Recovery Coordinator (DRC) role to provide planning and technical assistance services to aid in the recovery from one of the most devastating fires in Northern California.
At Sierra Business Council, we work to provide innovative approaches and solutions to the Sierra’s toughest challenges, and we rely on those who care for the region as we do to help keep our work going. Your financial participation allows us to continue our efforts to build a better Sierra Nevada.
Our Perspectives
Make Your Water Heater Work for You, Plus a SNEW Project Highlight
Learn about ways you can save energy and money through the WatterSaver program and how SNEW services are helping our community.
Gold County broadband planning workshop coming to Grass Valley May 12
Please join Sierra Business Council at an upcoming workshop designed to collect important community feedback on broadband access and digital equity in the Sierra Nevada on May 12 from 10 am to 2:30 pm.
Apply to the CivicSpark Program and Build Resiliency in Your Community!
Make an impact in your community through the CivicSpark program! CivicSpark is an AmeriCorps program dedicated to building capacity for local governments in California, Washington, and Colorado to address emerging environmental and social equity resilience challenges such as climate change, water resource management, affordable housing, and mobility.