Whether you're just getting started or already established, you know that running your own business is a tremendous challenge.

It takes stamina, hard work, perseverance, and sacrifice.

Even if you possess all of these qualities, you can't always solve your business problems alone. There will be times when you need help.

Whatever the problem, Pacific Coast Regional Corporation (PCR) wants to help you.

PCR is a private, non-profit corporation founded in 1977 to assist small business owners in becoming successful members of the Southern California business community. Through contracts with the Federal Government, the State of California, and partnerships with private institutions, PCR provides financial, educational and consulting services.Our primary goal is to help the small business owner succeed.

PCR's financial programs include: Loan Guarantees, Bond Guarantees, Disaster Bridge Loans, and Direct (Environmental) Loans. The only qualification for these loans is that the business is located within the State of California.

Our educational services include: PCR's Entrepreneurial Training Institute, Small Business Seminars, PCR's Small Business Consultants Program and PCR's Small Business Start-Up Guide.

If you have an idea for a small business venture, if you're expanding your present business, of if you need assistance or direction, you can take advantage of PCR's many services. You can call PCR at (213) 739-2999 for more information.

• PCR's Mission Statement

• PCR's Board of Directors

• PCR SBDC Advisory Council

• How to Contact PCR