The value for me is just seeing that other people are getting ahead faster then how long it took me.

– Paola Ruiz, ACCESS Volunteer

OUR IMPACT

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of Women's and Small Business Accelerator Program graduates who applied for a Small Business Loan with ACCESS were approved.

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loan repayment rate is a testament to the effectiveness of character based funding.

dollars worth of paid off loans,

dollars worth of active loans.

View our reports.

Our Mission

ACCESS creates economic opportunities by removing barriers to entrepreneurship through financing, education and mentorship.

ACCESS is committed to building a society where everyone has access to the resources they need to achieve their financial and entrepreneurial goals.

Our VISION

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Business Coach

Business Coaches play an important role in supporting clients who need help in developing and refining their business plans as well as developing specific skills to run their business more effectively. They facilitate small group topic-specific sessions and work one-on-one with clients. Business Coaches work with clients from the very early planning stages of their business as well as providing ongoing support as clients launch and grow their businesses.

Facilitator

The role of the session trainers is to develop and present specialized content related to small business. Topics are geared toward new and small business entrepreneurs and individuals with limited to no business training. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering a 2-hour workshop that is educational and engaging.

Loan Review Committee Member

LRC members review applications and conduct client interviews to assess the suitability of Small Business Loans program applicants for the requested loans and make the appropriate recommendations. LRC members also participate in committee meetings to present recommendations, evaluate applications and make decisions to approve loans or not.

CONTACT US

For more information or to apply, contact our volunteer coordinator Marie.

PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO ACCESS TO FURTHER OUR MISSION.