University of California San Diego Extension and the Downtown San Diego Partnership have announced the Collaboratory for Downtown Innovation initiative to support and strengthen Downtown’s growing tech ecosystem. The CDI will offer connections, support and workforce training to assist tech entrepreneurs in the urban core. The partnership will offer a wide range of entrepreneurship support and incubation activities including skills development workshops and pre-accelerator programs. CDI will provide a variety of programs to help entrepreneurs develop the networks critical for future growth as well as provide business support and workforce training.
read moreVolunteers Needed for 2016 WeAllCount Homeless Census
The Regional Task Force on the Homeless (RTFH) is calling on San Diegans to volunteer at the 2016 WeAllCount homeless census happening on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016. Results from the county-wide survey secure critical funding regional government agencies and service providers depend on to provide the region's most vulnerable population with shelter and care.
read moreDowntown San Diego Partnership Launches 3rd Annual “Make Change Count” Fundraising Drive
The Downtown San Diego Partnership has launched its third annual “Make Change Count” holiday fundraising drive initiative to raise awareness and funds to assist the Downtown homeless find shelter and care.
read moreDowntown Partnership Announces Alonzo Award Winners
The Downtown San Diego Partnership announced the winners of the 53rd Annual Alonzo Awards, which recognize people, places, and projects fueling Downtown's ongoing revitalization. The winners for 2015 include BRIDGE Housing’s Celadon at 9th & Broadway, the San Diego Meal Service Program, Cisterra Development, the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, Fab Lab, the Downtown Partnership’s Clean & Safe program, Urban Discovery Academy, Sempra Energy and David Hazan.
read moreDowntown Partnership and Chamber issue joint statement
Kris Michell, president and CEO of the Downtown San Diego Partnership, and Jerry Sanders, president and CEO of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, issued a statement in response to Governor Brown's veto of AB 504. The statement expresses gratitude for the support of Governor Brown and Mayor Faulconer and looks forward to continuing to support Civic San Diego's mission to improve communities.
read moreDowntown San Diego Partnership and Congressman Peters Join Forces to Foster Startup Community
On Startup Day Across America, the Downtown San Diego Partnership and Congressman Scott Peters hosted a town hall discussion with entrepreneurs, investors, and startup pioneers to boost the growing tech startup ecosystem in downtown San Diego. More than 70 tech startups are present in downtown San Diego, and the region has seen more than 30 companies relocate to Downtown within the past 18 months. Feedback from the meeting will be taken back to the Downtown Partnership’s Tech Startup Committee, to formulate a comprehensive strategy focused on bringing businesses and talent to the urban core.
read moreNew Downtown Clean & Safe Program Launches
A new and enhanced Clean & Safe Program has been launched by the Downtown San Diego Partnership, which has garnered the support of nearly 85 percent of Downtown property owners. The program will provide additional beautification and homeless outreach services, as well as more safety and maintenance programs for another decade.
read moreClean & Safe Demonstrates Superpowers During Comic-Con Convention
The Downtown San Diego Partnership’s Clean & Safe team demonstrated their commitment and prowess by handling more than 23 times their average workload during the famous Comic-Con Convention held in San Diego. They helped to ensure that Downtown San Diego remained clean and safe for the 130,000 visitors that attended, removing tons of trash and debris, flyers, posters, and stickers, as well as providing safety patrols and escorts throughout Downtown.
read moreGet ready for the 23rd Annual Taste of Downtown!
Enjoy the delicious cuisine of more than 40 participating restaurants on September 10th at the 23rd Annual Taste of Downtown in San Diego.
read moreAshford University and Downtown Partnership Collaborate to Boost San Diego's Startup Scene
A panel of experts convened during the San Diego Startup Week to discuss strategies on how to further develop downtown San Diego’s growing start-up landscape. Ashford University and the Downtown San Diego Partnership came together to lead the discussion with an aim to contribute to the growth and success of the city’s innovation ecosystem.
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