From Disparity to Prosperity: Addressing the Black Wealth Gap in Sacramento

Completed for the City of Sacramento, From Disparity to Prosperity examines the Black wealth gap in Sacramento. The report outlines the historical events that led to today’s Black wealth gap; the current state of wealth disparities across housing, access to banking, and workforce development; and proposes strategies to address it, alongside sample initiatives for each. Initial strategy recommendations include expanding pathways for participation in high-growth industry sectors, providing targeted neighborhood investments, and expanding financial stability initiatives. These are meant to be a starting point – since closing the wealth gap will require a broad range of innovative and ambitious initiatives, focused on multiple pathways to wealth creation. For more information, see: https://ceteam.my.canva.site/citystart-sac-blueprint