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Alliance for Community Development

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Alliance for Community Development

Bay Area 501c3 nonprofit increasing access to capital and support for under-resourced entrepreneurs

The Alliance distinguishes itself by addressing access to capital as a process of financing growth and ex*****on through leadership with a value creation mindset. Specific principles and methods the Alliance brings to entrepreneurs and the non-profit sector are:

• Advancing the Double Bottom-Line investing model which generates market rates of return or better and economic, social and environment

al benefits.
• Assisting founders meet the criteria investors use to fund and finance businesses.
• Developing founders to grow and sustain their businesses through to a successful exit.
• Developing entrepreneurs as industry and community leaders.

06/05/2026

🎙️ NOW STREAMING

Our Interim Executive Director, Melanie Nuni, recently joined Jon Robert Quinn on Impact & Influence Radio to discuss entrepreneurship, economic opportunity, and the importance of supporting small businesses and local communities.

At The Alliance for Community Development, we're committed to connecting entrepreneurs with the resources, education, and opportunities they need to grow and succeed. This conversation highlights why investing in small businesses matters and how strong communities are built through collaboration and access.

🎧 Listen to the full interview on Spotify, YouTube, or through the Impact & Influence podcast series on Awepra TV.

🔗 Listen now: bit.ly/ImpactInfluenceInterview

Thank you to Jon Robert Quinn and Awepra TV for the opportunity to share our mission and the work being done to support entrepreneurs throughout the Sacramento region.

06/04/2026

The Alliance team had a great time at the Advocacy Day Reception at La Cosecha! 🎉

From reconnecting with partners to meeting new advocates from across California, the evening was filled with great conversations, fresh ideas, and a shared commitment to strengthening our communities. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many passionate changemakers and be part of the energy leading into Advocacy Day.

A special thank you to the Cameo Network and the Latino Community Foundation for hosting such a wonderful event and creating space for meaningful connection and collaboration. 💙

Swipe through to see a few highlights from the reception! 📸

05/29/2026

💈🔥 WIN UP TO $3,000 AT ANTIOCH'S 2ND ANNUAL HAIR SHOW & BEAUTY EXPO! 🔥💈

Calling all barbers, hairstylists, beauty professionals, wellness practitioners, and business owners! This is your chance to showcase your talent, gain exposure, network with industry professionals, and compete for BIG cash prizes.

🏆 COMPETITION CASH PRIZES (for BOTH the Barber Battle & Hair Runway Show)

🥇 1st Place — $3,000
🥈 2nd Place — $2,000
🥉 3rd Place — $1,000

💈 Barber Battle
Show off your precision, creativity, and barbering skills live on stage for a chance to take home the title and cash prizes.

✨ Hair Runway Show
Hairstylists, bring your artistry and vision to life! Create a show-stopping look and compete live on the runway for the same cash prizes.

🛍️ Vendor Showcase
Beauty brands, estheticians, makeup artists, nail technicians, wellness professionals, product creators, and business owners are invited to showcase and sell their products and services while connecting with the community.

👏 Special Shoutout to Last Year's Barber Battle Champion, Josiah!
Pictured here doing what he does best—creating an incredible competition design on his model. Josiah set the standard at our inaugural event, and now it's time to see who will step up and claim the crown this year! 👑💈

✅ Participation is FREE
📅 Application Deadline: June 2nd

👉 Register now:
bit.ly/HairBattle

Tag a barber, stylist, beauty pro, or entrepreneur who needs to be part of this! 🔥

05/19/2026

It takes an ecosystem to help entrepreneurs
succeed.

Hear CAMEO Network CEO, Carolina Martinez,
talk about the support available to small
businesses across California.

🎥 Ready to SCALE? Learn more at
SCALENetworkCalifornia.org.

05/18/2026

Fresh cuts. Bold looks. Good vibes only. 🔥

The 2nd Annual Hair Show & Beauty Expo is bringing together beauty professionals, creatives, vendors, and the community for an experience packed with talent and inspiration. ✂️✨

Expect live barber battles, runway-worthy styles, local businesses, networking, and unforgettable energy all under one roof.

Come support the culture, connect with creatives, and enjoy an afternoon dedicated to beauty, wellness, and artistry 💫

05/15/2026

Something new is happening in Sacramento ✨

We’re excited to host Alliance for Community Development’s first mixer in the Sacramento area and bring together entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners for an evening of connection and conversation.

Whether you’re building a business, exploring an idea, or simply looking to meet others in the local entrepreneurial community, we’d love to have you there.

See flyer for details + RSVP at:
bit.ly/SacramentoMixer

05/14/2026

Something exciting is being built in Antioch.

Join us for Made in Antioch — a celebration of the makers, builders, manufacturers, creatives, and businesses shaping our city. From local industry to 3D printing, upholstery, infrastructure, and manufacturing, this gathering is all about what we create together.

📍 PESTEC Building
📅 May 28, 2026
🕔 5PM–9PM
📍 Antioch, California

Presented by Maker Pub, Steward Advertising, and PESTEC.

Address

2323 Broadway
Oakland, CA
94612

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(510) 319-9702

Website

http://www.alliancecd.org/

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