Superior California Economic Development

About Superior California Economic Development

Superior California Economic Development helps communities and businesses move from planning to funding to implementation. SCED serves as the federally designated economic development district for Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity Counties, leading regional economic development planning through the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, or CEDS. Through this work, SCED helps local governments, businesses, tribal partners, nonprofits, lenders, and state and federal agencies identify priorities, align resources, and turn regional strategies into real projects. SCED also expands access to capital for small businesses. Our lending programs include SBA 504 financing available statewide in California, along with revolving loan funds primarily serving Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity Counties. These programs help businesses purchase real estate, acquire equipment, expand operations, create jobs, and invest in rural communities. Across all of our work, SCED focuses on practical economic development: building partnerships, supporting businesses, strengthening communities, and helping projects move forward.