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— Our Mission —
The primary mission of PCR Business Finance is the promotion of community economic development, through the delivery of financial, educational and advisory services to underserved small business persons and communities.
New Businesses
Jobs Created
Jobs Retained
- 573 Training Events with 6212 attendees 100%
- 23,611 hours of one-on-one business advising with 4380 clients 100%
- $117,200,000 in Capital obtained by SBDC clients 100%
- 48% Women owned, 32% Black/African American, 39% White/Caucasian, 10% Asian, 16% Hispanic/Latinx, 2% Multiracial, 1% Native American and 3% Veteran 100%
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Business Startups
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Training Workshops
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Our Client Stories
PCR’s clients are at the epicenter of its work. Since 1977 thousands of Southern California small businesses have been served, and PCR’s success is predicated on the success of its clients.
“PCR felt much more in touch than large lenders, I felt like they not only understood my business, but took the time to understood me and my vision.”
Kasey Phillips is a first generation immigrant of Trinidad and Tobago who has steadily built his name in the music industry.
He owns and operates Crystal Room Studio, a state-of-art facility, that offers high end equipment and world class sound engineers backed by over 20 years experience.
“PCR makes you feel like you have an entire team. They really want your business to succeed.”
Brittie Crawford is Owner and Director of World City Center Preschool, but her main role is Mom. In 2008 Brittie was looking for childcare and a new role that would allow her child the opportunity to play, develop social skills, and be at one with nature and the outdoors. She couldn’t find what she was looking for locally and didn’t want to drive outside of her neighborhood for childcare. Her solution was to open a childcare business out of her home, hence creating a job for herself at the same time.
“Their [PCR SBDC] guidance provided me with the confidence I needed to keep going despite my prior failures, and game the strategic actions I needed to turn my business around.”
Michele Moreno’s decision to open a business was motivated by her desire to help others speak with greater connection, influence and executive presence. She saw an opportunity to provide valuable coaching, group training and inspiring talks to those in need, and seized it in April 2016.
Michele provides award-winning communication coaching and training programs to help business leaders become more influential and trustworthy when they speak.
I Want To Help Businesses Flourish
Donation FAQs
Please, find answers below to your most frequent PCR donations questions.
1. What impact does PCR make with small businesses?
PCR’s clients are at the epicenter of its work. Since 1977 thousands of Southern California small businesses have been served, and PCR’s success is predicated on the success of its clients. Here are some of our outcomes over the last 3 years (2020-2022):
- $117,200,000 in Capital obtained by SBDC clients
- 193 New Businesses Started
- 2,317 jobs created
- 10,912 jobs retained
- 23,611 hours of one-on-one business advising with 4380 clients
- 573 Training Events with 6212 attendees
2. Can I write my donation off on my taxes?
In most cases, charitable contributions may be considered tax deductible.
3. What is the mission and vision of PCR?
The primary mission of PCR Business Finance is the promotion of community economic development, through the delivery of financial, educational and advisory services to underserved small business persons and communities.
4. How can I verify that PCR is a non-profit organization?
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5. What areas does PCR serve?
We are able to serve the state of California with our lending services and as far as our advisory services, we cover Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
6. What resources are available to me to stay updated with my contributions to PCR?
Quarterly newsletters to keep donors informed on how their contributions has furthered our impact and give them more opportunities to give.
