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LifeAid provides Santa Cruz Fire Aid

LIFEAID is collecting and distributing supplies, funds, and resources for the immediate needs of those who have been affected by or are still battling the local wildfires.

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SCW Clinic: Zenterpreneur Life

On August 19, Toby Corey presented the new generation of entrepreneurs in Zentrepreneur Life. The world needs change, and Z Life is a path.

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The Paystand Zero Card Available Today

Paystand today released the Zero Card, an entirely touchless, prepaid alternative to corporate expense cards designed for mid-market businesses that need more flexibility and control over budgets and spending.

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How Do You Become a Unicorn? 🦄

Melanie came up with the idea for Canva when she was studying at the University of Western Australia. She was tutoring other students on how to use design programs and realized they were far too complex and expensive.

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Blue Check Sign Program Launches

The County of Santa Cruz is pleased to announce the launch of a new program designed to protect the health and safety of the community by providing a public health endorsement to businesses following safer health and safety practices.

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Local Ed-tech Launches Equity Crowdfunding Campaign

At Santa Cruz New Tech’s Cruz Cares back in 2016, Mitch Slater took the stage for the first time to present his proof-of-concept curriculum product, Levered Learning. Just four years later, Levered is serving 6,000 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders.

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