Pathways to Prosperity is a community-driven initiative working to shape a more connected, resilient, and opportunity-rich Sierra region. Supported by funding from the Sierra Jobs First Catalyst Program, the initiative spans Amador, Alpine, Calaveras, and Tuolumne counties and brings together residents, local governments, and partners to identify, plan, and advance a network of safe, accessible multimodal routes and recreation assets.

Grounded in a shared vision of equity and sustainability, Pathways to Prosperity prioritizes projects that improve mobility for those without reliable transportation, expand access to outdoor recreation, and strengthen connections between communities, jobs, and local destinations.

By developing a pipeline of community-informed, “shovel-ready” projects, the initiative aims to unlock funding, create living-wage jobs, and support long-term economic vitality through sustainable tourism and recreation.