DIVE INTO ECONOMIC DATA RESOURCES

One of CCEP’s core goals is enhancing the economic vitality of Contra Costa County. Key to this success is not simply tracking data, but investing in data-driven decision-making to shape fiscal policy, workforce development initiatives, business strategies, infrastructure planning, and more.

To support Contra Costa businesses, nonprofits, agencies, and government entities, CCEP has gathered essential economic data—including demographic, unemployment, industry, occupation, wage, diversity, housing, and commute trends—through JobsEQ.

ENGAGE WITH OUR HEALTH WORKFORCE INITIATIVE

In partnership with the Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County, the Bay Area Health Workforce Partnership, and industry experts, CCEP is leading efforts to expand equitable access to healthcare careers. This initiative builds a pipeline of skilled, diverse professionals in Emergency Medical Services and beyond.

Healthcare is a growing industry with strong job stability and career advancement opportunities. By expanding training programs and apprenticeship pathways, this effort strengthens the local workforce while improving access to quality, culturally competent care in Contra Costa County.

GET MATCHED TO A NONPROFIT BOARD

At CCEP we believe that engaged communities are thriving communities. We also know that nonprofit organizations are essential to addressing the most pressing issues facing the East Bay.

Yet many nonprofits struggle to recruit the board members they need to move their mission and our communities forward.

That’s why we founded Engage East Bay in 2022 alongside the East Bay Leadership Council with the goal of matching local leaders ready to make a difference with nonprofits seeking new board members.

LEARN ABOUT OUR SISTER ORGANIZATION

The East Bay Leadership Council is a public policy advocacy organization on a mission to increase economic vitality and quality of life in East Bay. Over the last 80 years EBLC has established a reputation for effective advocacy, built a network of influential leaders, and delivered valuable marketing opportunities to members.

To advocate for effective change EBLC supports local projects, advances regional programs, and endorses state legislation. EBLC also serves as a convener by hosting regular events and task forces where community leaders come together to find solutions to pressing issues. CCEP and EBLC often collaborate on research and projects that address critical economic and quality of life needs in Contra Costa County.

EXPLORE OUR POLICY ANALYSIS

While CCEP does not advocate for specific legislation, our team collaborates with our sister organization, the East Bay Leadership Council, to research and analyze public policy that aims to improve economic opportunity and quality of life across Contra Costa County. The results of CCEP’s policy analysis work inform EBLC’s local, regional, and state advocacy efforts.

Ongoing areas of focus include housing affordability and accessibility, transportation infrastructure and accessibility, health and well-being, manufacturing and energy, education and economic opportunity, workforce development, and water supply and reliability. Click the button below to learn more about our priorities within these issue areas.