Behind every storefront light left on late at night is a family taking a risk. In Tucson, where nearly 80 percent of businesses have ten employees or fewer, that risk defines our local economy. We often say small businesses are the backbone of our city — at ribbon cuttings, in speeches, and in policy conversations. But too often, the systems designed to support them are created without taking the time to truly listen to their experiences. In 2022, the Tucson IDA initiated a

Groundswell Capital has been nationally recognized by ICLEI USA and the Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance as part of a $13M investment in local climate solutions. This milestone highlights Arizona’s leadership in advancing climate resilience and economic justice through accessible, community-driven funding.

In a collaborative show of support for Tucson’s small business community, Rio Nuevo and Groundswell Capital have awarded 33...

EarthWise offers no-collateral, low-interest home improvement loans for energy-efficient and home improvement projects, offering...

Groundswell Capital was thrilled to host the Governor of Arizona in Southern Arizona to showcase our investments in small businesses....