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.
Discover how Alisa Primavera turned her passion for holistic health into InShape Incentive, a thriving business dedicated to nutrition, physical fitness and a strong mind-body connection. With guidance from her SCORE mentor, Prabhat Kumar, she navigated essential business skills—from managing tax claims to pinpointing her ideal clientele. Now, Alisa empowers others to embrace a balanced, wellness-focused lifestyle. Her advice to fellow entrepreneurs? “It’s really good to have somebody who’s been through the ropes and can help you.”
Small Business Disaster Recovery Resources
SCORE mentors are here to support you through all business challenges. Our disaster prep and recovery hub offers essential tools, training and resources to help your business recover and remain strong through challenging times. Find information on FEMA and other resources to help your business recover, or request a mentor for personalized guidance.
Low-interest disaster loans are available to help homeowners, renters and businesses of all sizes recover from declared disasters.
Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at sba.gov/disaster. If you have questions about disaster loans, you can call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email for more information on SBA disaster assistance.
National Small Business Week Virtual Summit | May 6-7, 2025
Join SCORE and the U.S. Small Business Administration for the National Small Business Week Virtual Summit—a free, two-day online event dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Discover cutting-edge strategies, network with industry leaders and access invaluable resources designed to fuel your business's growth and innovation.
Reserve your spot today and unlock new opportunities for success.
The Startup Roadmap
Learn everything you need to know about starting a business in this 12-module self-paced course.
Getting Started with
E-commerce
Discover how to take your business from brick and mortar to click and order.
Simple Steps for Exiting Your Business
Learn the key steps to successfully plan and execute the sale or transition of your business with expert guidance.
Small Business Crisis Management
This course will teach you how to navigate small business crises including natural disasters, PR crises, financial downturns and more.
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.
In the dynamic landscape of today's digital economy, small businesses must constantly innovate and adapt to maintain their competitive edge. One critical yet frequently overlooked area is payment optimization. Efficiently managing incoming and outgoing payments streamlines operations and is pivotal in driving growth. By adopting modern payment technologies, small businesses can minimize manual processes, enhance security and provide customers with a seamless payment experience—ultimately unlocking greater sales potential and long-term success.
The Rise of Digital Payments
Digital payments have
If like many successful women leaders, you’re excited to grow your network, but aren’t sure where to get started, check out these networking resources.
This interactive calculator allows you to provide inputs and see a full estimated repayment schedule to plan your capital needs and cash flow.
In honor of Women's History Month, SCORE is proud to reinforce its commitment to empowering female entrepreneurs. With a dedication to actionable support and offering vital resources, SCORE's Women Entrepreneurs resource hub is specifically designed to assist and navigate you from the initial stages to success. Join us in this empowering journey of growth and accomplishment.
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.
"I primarily serve healthcare professionals who are exploring the role of entrepreneur. My personal experience both as an entrepreneur for 17 years, and also in an administrative role at hospitals and group practices was very fulfilling. Now I want to draw on that background to be a useful support as a SCORE mentor." -Michelle Proksa
Helping 17 Million Entrepreneurs Achieve Their Dreams
SCORE proudly celebrates 60 years of helping America’s small businesses launch, grow and thrive. Since 1964, more than 17 million entrepreneurs have received support from SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
Today, SCORE has a nationwide network of more than 10,000 volunteers serving all 50 U.S. states and territories, guiding entrepreneurs on their path to success.
