This course will take you through the step-by-step process of developing a business Plan.
District in South Carolina: Serving The CSRA (Georgia & South Carolina) Since 2004
SCORE Mentors are experienced entrepreneurs & professionals who volunteer their experience & knowledge to help small business professionals start & grow businesses. We offer free, confidential business advice, low-cost or no-cost business training, and numerous business templates & tools.
Volunteer — Give back to your business community.
Our SCORE chapter is looking for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to serve in various roles — from knowledgeable business mentors to local community advocates.
Empower Your Business Journey:
SCORE Greater Aiken Mentorship & Support
Discover the transformative power of mentorship with SCORE Greater Aiken! In this video, learn how our experienced mentors provide invaluable guidance, from crafting business plans to exploring funding options. Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to grow an existing business, our free, expert advice is here to support your journey. Join us and take the next step towards achieving your business dreams with confidence and clarity.
Counties We're Happy to Help
Our chapter serves the entire Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) in South Carolina and Georgia. In 2024, our volunteers...
- We mentored 457 entrepreneurs and small business owners
- Completed 650 client meetings
- Provided education to 357 Workshop attendees
We meet with clients in several locations throughout the CSRA. Sign up today to get a Mentor or attend one of our virtual seminars and let us help you achieve the success you dream about.
SCORE Greater Aiken Featured Success Story
The business refurbishes used computers and recycles electronic components for reuse, and provides low-cost and eco-friendly alternatives for electronic equipment. The owner also trains employees in technical skills and promotes environmental stewardship. They sought help from SCORE, which provided candid advice and support during good and bad times. The owner advises aspiring entrepreneurs to thoroughly research their business and understand the challenges and risks, including costs and profits.
Presented by Truist Bank, this session will help show you how to build, manage, and protect your business for years to come.
In this workshop you will learn what it takes to build self-confidence and apply that new skill to starting a successful business.
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.
April is
National Volunteer Month
As we celebrate our amazing volunteers this month, it is also an ideal time to think about how you can give back.
Statistics show that entrepreneurs that work with SCORE mentors start businesses, create jobs and increase revenue. The work you will do at SCORE will make a measurable impact on our local community and - more importantly - someone’s life.
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.
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.
Become a Volunteer
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.
Volunteering Opportunities
