Hard at Work in San Diego
When you see others succeed, especially people in your own neighborhood, it’s easier to believe that we can all do amazing things. See what’s being done to spark new business, help the environment, keep people in their homes, support the arts, and more right here in San Diego. Through lending, investing and giving, we’re proud to help fuel this progress. We hope you’ll take a moment to follow these inspiring stories, share them, and come back to see the power of partnering locally.
How One Shop is Supporting Multiple Generations of Cyclists
Aug 24, 2012
After operating in San Diego for over 38 years and developing a reputation as a top-notch, full-service bicycle store serving both families and cycle enthusiasts, Black Mountain Bicycles had the opportunity to relocate its store in 2011 to a larger location with higher visibility and increased foot traffic… learn More about How One Shop is Supporting Multiple Generations of Cyclists
How a San Diego Bakery Brought a Community Together
Jul 10, 2012
In 1992, American horror films director Charles Kaufmann was at a crossroads in his life. The film industry was changing and his passion for the industry was waning. A novice bread baker, Kaufman would often sneak away from Cannes Film Festival screenings to bake bread at local Cannes bakeries… learn More about How a San Diego Bakery Brought a Community Together
Helping Active Duty Military and Veterans Successfully Transition to Civilian Life
Jun 28, 2012
Since September 2001, roughly 2 million veterans have returned to civilian life; this number is on the rise as an anticipated 200,000 veterans are expected to enter the workforce annually… learn More about Helping Active Duty Military and Veterans Successfully Transition to Civilian Life
How a Nonprofit is Helping the Homeless Become Homeowners in San Diego
Aug 23, 2012
In San Diego County the homeless population is approaching 10,000. Living on the streets, in cars, shelters or other temporary housing, this population includes families, young children and individuals working to overcome a difficult period in their lives… learn More about How a Nonprofit is Helping the Homeless Become Homeowners in San Diego
Lean, Green, Clean: Investing in San Diego as a Hub of Clean Tech
Jan 05, 2011
How industry leaders, scientists and government are making San Diego into a center of clean technology research and development—financing companies and creating jobs in the process… learn More about Lean, Green, Clean: Investing in San Diego as a Hub of Clean Tech
