The City of Pomona, located just 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, is a thriving and diverse urban community with a deep sense of history and purpose. Once a center of Southern California’s agricultural economy, Pomona today blends its rich cultural heritage with a forward-looking vision for inclusive prosperity and innovation. With a population exceeding 150,000 residents, Pomona is home to renowned educational and cultural institutions including Cal Poly Pomona, Western University of Health Sciences, and a vibrant arts district centered on the historic Fox Theater and the Pomona Arts Colony.

Operating under a council-manager form of government, Pomona has committed itself to cultivating a culture of creativity and innovation throughout city operations. Through partnerships such as its collaboration with Ascendant, a global innovation consultancy, Pomona is reimagining public service delivery and community engagement. The City’s recently approved “Pomona Kids First” initiative reflects this spirit of transformation by establishing a dedicated funding stream to support children, youth, and transitional-aged young adults facing barriers to opportunity.