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SCORE Central Valley
Serving Stanislaus, Merced, Tuolumne, Calaveras, Mariposa, Alpine, Mono, Inyo, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, Kern, Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties

We provide free and confidential one-on-one business counseling by phone, email, and in-person in Central California. We also conduct workshops for both start-up entrepreneurs and seasoned small business owners.

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"Working with Bryan has been essential to my growth personally and professionally. Bryan has been an elite guidance resource with a wealth of knowledge and connections. I truly appreciate Bryan and SCORE for all of their aid. They play a key role in stimulating the business ecosystem in my area and beyond."

— Vidal Daniels

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1,000+ Dreams Supported: Stories from SCORE Volunteers
A Reason to Get Up in the Morning - A SCORE Mentor’s Story

I have been a pastor for nearly fifty years. Along the way, I’ve also been a trainer, an entrepreneur, a dabbler in side hustles, a nonprofit founder, a business owner, a publisher, a writer, a teacher, and, of course, a mentor and coach. I’ve also been a Toastmaster, and that turns out to be an important part of this story. One day, I was doing some private, fee-based coaching with a Toastmaster friend who wanted to sharpen her skills for her business. As we worked together, I kept hearing these wonderfully clear and practical concepts. Finally, I stopped and asked, “Where did you get those?” She smiled and said, “Have you ever heard of SCORE?” That question changed everything.

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FEBRUARY IS

National Black History Month


National Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans. Black small business owners and their communities have faced extraordinary challenges over the years. SCORE is renewing our commitment to being part of the solution. We’re here to give you the tools to meet and overcome any business challenge so that you can succeed.

Through mentorship and guidance, SCORE success stories showcase thriving Black-owned businesses like The JAY Effect: Seasoning Sales and Catering with a Healthy Purpose. Let yours be next—Connect with a SCORE mentor and start your success story today.

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SCORE Central Valley earns Platinum Chapter Excellence Award 2020

The national office of SCORE “Mentors to America’s Small Business” honored Green Bay SCORE with national recognition for outstanding client education in 2020. The award recognizes the SCORE chapter for the achievement of excellence through workshops in support of local small businesses. 

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SCORE Central Valley Wins Chapter of the Year

SCORE honored Central Valley SCORE with the Chapter of the Year Award for outstanding performance in 2020. The award recognizes Central Valley SCORE for exceptional growth in the services provided to local entrepreneurs, a wide range of free workshops, and excellent face-to-face free mentoring.

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Since 1964, SCORE has educated and mentored more than 17 million small business owners and entrepreneurs. We're looking for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to serve in a variety of roles — from knowledgeable business mentors to local community advocates. 

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