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Use this directory to search for federal, state, and local contacts that may provide funding, permitting, or planning support for your community & place-based needs and initiatives. Contacts can be filtered by location or community development topic.

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The link provided on each contact card links to contact information provided on the organization's website. Some organizations may have regional and topic specific support that are not explicitly listed on their contact page. Reach out to your GO-Biz regional economic recovery coordinator for further technical assistance and support connecting to federal, state, and local partners.

CONTACT CPBS

Regional 599
State 86
Federal 34
Tribal 10

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Community Development Areas:
  • Workforce Development,
  • Military-Defense & National Research,
  • Higher Education,
  • K-16 Education
Contact Level: Federal
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

The NSF is an independent federal agency to promote the progress of science; advance national health, prosperity and welfare; and secure the national defense. NSF supports basic research and people to create knowledge that transforms the future.

Contact
703-292-5111
info@nsf.gov

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City of Thousand Oaks, Economic Development Division

Community Development Areas:
  • Land Use & Development,
  • Workforce Development,
  • Housing & Homelessness
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

The Economic Development Division works to foster economic activity and advance the economic vibrancy and sustainability of Thousand Oaks with the purpose to uphold and enhance quality of life for the residents. 

Economic Region:Central Coast

Contact
805-449-2135 

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U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)

Community Development Areas:
  • Land Use & Development,
  • Health & Human and Social Services,
  • Disaster Recovery & Preparedness,
  • Energy Development,
  • Military-Defense & National Research,
  • Higher Education
Contact Level: Federal
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

America's largest government agency in charge of providing military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation's security. Provide support for veterans and military community.

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City of Ventura, Economic Development Division

Community Development Areas:
  • Land Use & Development,
  • Workforce Development,
  • Housing & Homelessness
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

The City of Ventura's Economic Development Division interfaces with businesses, community leaders, non-profits and other government agencies to enhance Ventura’s economic development activities. 

Economic Region:Central Coast

Contact
805-658-4735

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City of Santa Barbara, Economic Development Office

Community Development Areas:
  • Land Use & Development,
  • Workforce Development,
  • Housing & Homelessness
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

The City of Santa Barbara is dedicated to developing and maintaining excellent relationships with businesses in the community.

Economic Region:Central Coast

Contact
805-564-5306
info@abcotechnology.com

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County of Santa Barbara, Economic Development Office

Community Development Areas:
  • Transportation,
  • Land Use & Development,
  • Workforce Development,
  • Housing & Homelessness
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

The County of Santa Barbara works with a number of partners to assist with economic vitality efforts in the County.

Economic Region:Central Coast

Contact
805-568-3108
abctechnical.college@gmail.com

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160 Driving Academy

Community Development Areas:
  • Workforce Development
Contact Level: Regional
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

Economic Region:North State,Greater Sacramento,Central San Joaquin Valley,Kern County,Inland Empire,Orange County

Contact
877-350-0884
economicdevelopment@moorparkca.gov

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Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs

Community Development Areas:
  • Energy Development
Contact Level: Tribal
Resource Type:
  • Community Contacts

Under the U.S. DOE, the Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs is authorized to fund and implement a variety of programs and projects that promote tribal energy development, efficiency, and use.

Contact

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