Help Local Business Owners Recover & Rebuild

Volunteer with the Dena Business Resilience Project

Your Experience Can Make a Lasting Difference

 
 

The Need:

The Eaton Fire devastated small businesses across Altadena and Pasadena — leaving many owners facing financial loss, operational challenges, and emotional exhaustion.

Business owners don’t just need money — they need people.

People who will walk alongside them with practical guidance, encouragement, and expertise as they recover, rebuild, and move toward long-term resilience.


We’re Looking for Volunteers Who Can:

  • Listen well

  • Share their business or professional experience

  • Provide guidance and encouragement

  • Offer short-term expertise or long-term support


Volunteer Roles Available:

•Business Coaches

Walk alongside business owners as they recover, rebuild, or pivot—offering strategic guidance, accountability, and encouragement.

Commitment: 1–2 sessions/month for 3 months

Ideal for business coaches, consultants, or experienced leaders with a background in strategy, operations, marketing, or finance.


•Mentors

Offer relational support, personal encouragement, and insight based on your life or professional experience.

Commitment: 1–2 sessions/month for 3 months

Ideal for seasoned professionals, retirees, nonprofit leaders, or community elders with a heart to encourage others.


•Consultants / Subject Matter Experts

Provide short-term expertise in areas like:

  • Marketing & Customer Engagement

  • Financial Management & Access to Capital

  • Business Strategy & Operations

  • Legal Guidance & Compliance

  • Insurance & Disaster Recovery Support

  • HR & Staffing

  • Mental Health & Wellbeing

Commitment: 1-2 sessions as needed

Ideal for industry professionals with specific expertise willing to contribute on a flexible basis.

 

•Workshop Facilitators or Panelists

Lead educational sessions or panel discussions on topics related to small business recovery and resilience.

Commitment: 1-time or occasional engagements

Ideal for trainers, public speakers, and subject-matter experts with a passion for sharing knowledge.


Ready to Help?

Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form to get started.


Questions? Contact us at: chris@hopeventures.org


Small businesses are the heart of a resilient community.

Together, we can help them thrive again.