Our Work
Empowering small businesses, driving job growth, and generating wealth in underserved communities.
Through technical assistance and one-on-one coaching, The Center has supported:
Diverse Small Businesses
Women-Owned Businesses
Veteran-Owned Businesses
Small Business, Big Impact
At The Center, we champion small businesses to build thriving communities. Our mission: spark job growth and build wealth where it’s needed most. We achieve this through direct support to entrepreneurs, bolstering the small business ecosystem, and partnering with municipalities. With a proven track record, our leaders have been at the forefront of empowering diverse neighborhoods with expert guidance and access to capital.

Direct Services

Small Business
Ecosystem Development
- CDFA Equitable Lending Series
- Climate Resilience
- Business Advisor Certification Program (Coming Soon!)

Municipal Partnerships
2025 Impact Report
In 2025, The Center advanced new strategies to support small businesses navigating economic disruption, climate impacts, and recovery. We launched Main Street Goes Green, expanded statewide technical assistance through the CA REACH Hub, and responded to the LA County wildfires by helping administer critical household relief grants. This year’s Impact Report highlights these milestones and the continued work underway to strengthen small businesses and the communities they anchor. Download the full report to learn more about our impact.


























