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SCORE can help you start, grow or successfully exit a business. Small business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth. Enter your ZIP code to find a free SCORE business mentor today.
Featured Success Story
Small Farm, Big Success
Kat Johnson of Kat the Farmer LLC has transformed a quarter-acre plot into a thriving, salad-centric farm. With innovative farming practices and a dedication to local produce, Kat achieved a 50% growth in her second season. Through SCORE mentorship, she navigated financial planning and expanded her business. Discover how Kat's passion for fresh, local greens has cultivated a loyal customer base and set a new standard for small-scale farming.
This summer, be a part of SCORE's 60th Anniversary Pitch Competition and pitch your business to a panel of industry experts. Compete for a chance to win up to $20,000 for your business and receive invaluable mentorship and exposure along the way.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your innovation and secure the support you need to succeed!
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Disaster Recovery and Preparation Resources
Navigating Business Challenges with SCORE
At SCORE, we understand the severe challenges that disasters, economic downturns and catastrophic events can impose on your business.
SCORE offers comprehensive checklists to prepare you for various weather-related events, including tornadoes, hurricanes, winter weather and earthquakes.
Additionally, you can connect with SCORE mentors who can assist you in creating a robust emergency or recovery plan, ensuring your business is well-prepared for any future challenges.
Live Webinars
SCORE hosts free, LIVE webinars on small business tips and strategies. See the list of upcoming events.
Local Workshops
Find low or no-cost business training in your community to help start or grow your small business.
Recorded Webinars
Did you miss a live webinar? They are available to watch on-demand at your convenience.
Online Courses
SCORE's on-demand courses allow you to learn about various small business topics at your own pace.
Leverage these free templates and resources to propel your business toward success, while complementing your journey with the guidance of a SCORE Mentor, ensuring a well-rounded strategy for achieving your business goals. With the right tools and expert guidance, your business can thrive and reach new heights.
SCORE for All is the bridge that makes the journey to success more direct and sure-footed for entrepreneurs who need more support.
The Startup Roadmap outlines each step in starting a business with detailed information and resources. And with SCORE, you don’t have to do it alone.
Download our easy-to-use business planning, finance, sales, marketing, and management templates to help you plan for a new business or grow your existing business.
Rural entrepreneurs are making a significant impact in their communities, embracing the challenges and opportunities unique to rural settings. These trailblazers foster local economic growth, create essential jobs, and leverage innovative solutions to address community needs. With a deep connection to their local environments, rural businesses are building vibrant, resilient economies and demonstrating a remarkable capacity for innovation and sustainability.
Have a quick business question and need it right away? You can use our online chat to connect 1:1 with a mentor. Simply click on the chat bubble that appears on the bottom of every page. Chat mentors are available:
Mondays - Thursdays, 9 am - 5 pm ET.
“Having retired from Corporate America as a senior finance and accounting professional, I was looking for an opportunity to give back to my business community. SCORE has provided that challenge by offering me the opportunity to engage with aspiring entrepreneurs and existing small business owners by offering guidance and counsel on corporate structure, business plan development, cash and process management and sales and marketing insight. It has been very rewarding to learn and exchange ideas with fellow mentors and respond to SCORE clients who identify novel and emerging business strategies that can form the basis of a successful small business. I view my responsibility as nurturing these emerging ideas and offering business context and structure so that they be turned into viable business opportunities.” -Allen Zabusky
