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.

Discover how the 2025 Rio Nuevo Small Business, Big Ideas Grant Fund Program empowered 33 Tucson businesses with grants ranging from $1,500 to $25,000. With 324 applications and robust bilingual outreach, this initiative supported entrepreneurs across industries from food to media. Read how community-driven funding is helping local businesses grow and thrive—plus, be the first to know when the next grant round opens!

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