The training lasts five months. Volunteers who work in these trades are needed as guest speakers to talk about their own experiences with the students. The Cascadia Revolving Fund provides loans and assistance to entrepreneurs, both for profit and non-profit, who are unable to obtain financing from traditional loan sources. They lend primarily to lower income women and minority-owned businesses and to businesses that restore or preserve the environment. Volunteers are needed to help make loan decisions and give technical assistance in accounting, banking and legal matters to ensure the success of the entrepreneur's business.
Training is provided for volunteers.
Volunteers provide tutoring in English as a Second Language classes at three learning centers, lead discussion groups, conduct needs assessments for clients, and help develop individual curricula for clients. Volunteers are business executives who share their management and technical expertise with present and prospective owners and managers of small businesses. The SBA seeks volunteers from all industries. Volunteers are given training and receive regular updates. Chambers of Commerce promote the general welfare and prosperity of a community.