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Tell Congress: Protect SCORE’s Funding
SCORE’s funding is vital for small businesses in every state. Congress needs to hear from you why securing funding for FY26 is critical. Your voice matters—help us continue to support entrepreneurs nationwide.
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SCORE Fox Valley
Serving DuPage, DeKalb, Kane, Will, Kendall, McHenry, Boone, Ogle and Winnebago counties in Illinois

Connect with SCORE Fox Valley. The Service is Free, the Advice is Priceless. We provide free and confidential mentoring to entrepreneurs working to start or grow an existing business.

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SCORE Fox Valley Wins District and Regional Chapter of the Year!

SCORE Fox Valley is honored to receive the 2025 SCORE District & Regional Chapter of the Year Awards for outstanding performance in Illinois and the greater SCORE Central Region. This award shows that we are more dedicated than ever to helping our clients succeed and we look forward to continuing to serve our local community.

SCORE Fox Valley wins the 2025 District and Regional Chapter of the Year awards.
Amazon Seller Success Series 2025

Register today for the free online series.

Elevate your business with SCORE’s Amazon Seller Success Series 2025, sponsored by Amazon. This series reveals proven strategies to optimize product listings, marketing tactics and operations—empowering you to scale fast. Gain actionable insights from industry experts and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs for lasting success.

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SCORE: 60 Years of Small Business Success

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.


 
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SCORE Fox Valley Client Success Story
The TadMore Story

Check out SCORE Fox Valley's latest Client Success Story! Learn about the Tad More Tailoring and Alterations LLC and how they overcame their challenges and are now serving customers all over the US from Hawaii to Florida!

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Become a Volunteer

Since 1964, SCORE has educated and mentored more than 11 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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Small Business Resource Hubs

SCORE empowers all entrepreneurs to succeed.

We believe that anyone can start a small business with the right support. We also know that the path to success may vary based on where you are in your business journey.

SCORE is here to help with curated resources for all entrepreneurs. 

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Upcoming Events
6-17-2025 Increase Sales With Google Tools

Maria Elena Duron, KLI Brands, will lead us through:


  • How to promote your product online using Google tools
  • How to list products on a Google Business Profile
  • Introductions to Google Merchant Center to learn to create free Product Listings on Google
  • How to highlight products on your Google Business Profile
  • How to use Pointy to promote in-store inventory with your point of sale system
  • How to use Google Merchant Center to showcase in-store and online product inventory



We look forward to your participation and the opportunity to grow your understanding of the importance of Google Tools for your business.
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