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- Valley Sierra Small Business Development Center (SBDC): Our partnership with Valley Sierra SBDC extends our reach and resources, offering tailored support across various business domains. With seasoned business advisors and specialized services, SBDC assists entrepreneurs in refining their strategies, accessing capital, and navigating the complexities of launching and scaling a successful venture. • Strategic Planning • Digital Marketing Strategies • Operational Optimization • Accessing Capital • Technology Start-up Guidance Indicate the Target Population this component will serve. Select all that apply. ABAWDs English Language Learners Homeless Returning citizens (aka: ex-offenders) Single parents Students Those that reside in rural areas Underemployed Veterans Describe the criteria for participation. Include the skills, knowledge, or experience necessary for participation in the component. For example, literacy or numeracy levels, recent labor market attachment, computer literacy, etc. Criteria for participation vary by provider. The CDSS-specific criteria for participation in SET include but are not limited to recent work history and education level, individual interest in training(s) offered, access to technology (if programs are virtual), and participant reimbursement needs. The county eligibility workers are familiar with the E&T services offered by their county and will apply additional criteria for participation based on available services. 1/28/26, 11:04 AM State Plan CA FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-cafy26stateplan//index.html 73/286