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July 28, 2025                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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Dear John,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
We’re thrilled to announce that applications are now open for Round VI of the Gateways for Growth Challenge [[link removed]] (G4G) , a year-long opportunity to strengthen your community’s immigrant inclusion efforts with support from Welcoming America and the American Immigration Council .                                                                                                                                                                                               
In a time of shifting demographics and evolving needs, G4G Round VI offers practical, no-cost support to help local leaders create more resilient, inclusive communities. This round’s redesigned model prioritizes flexibility and impact.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
Selected communities will receive:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  
* Tailored local research on immigrants’ economic and demographic contributions;                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
* Customized technical assistance , coaching, and strategy development; and                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
* A peer learning community , sharing insights with fellow changemakers via a community of practice.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Applications are due on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 5pm local time , and we encourage early submissions.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
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We invite local governments, nonprofits, chambers of commerce, and community-based organizations to apply. Strong applications will highlight collaboration, community engagement, and a clear path forward.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
To learn more about Round VI, join one of our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) webinars.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Register Here [[link removed]]                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Since 2016, more than 70 communities across 37 different states [[link removed]] have participated in the Gateways for Growth Challenge.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Together, we can build places where all residents belong and thrive.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to send them to 
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In partnership,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
Welcoming America / American Immigration Council                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    
The State & Local Initiatives team supports policymakers, business leaders, and civic organizations across more than 100 local communities across 40 states by equipping them with economic research, technical assistance, peer-to-peer learning, and advocacy opportunities. Our partners use Council resources to champion evidenced-based policies and programs that welcome immigrants and drive economic growth for all residents. Make a donation today. [[link removed]]               
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