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In a recent feature by NerdWallet, “How to Get Free Money for Your Business,” SCORE mentor Frank LaMonaca shared expert insights for small business owners seeking funding options. The article, which includes a reference to SCORE’s free mentoring and educational resources and a live link to www.score.org, was picked up widely in both national and local media, including Nasdaq.com.

A recent Forbes feature story spotlighted SCORE client Sashee Chandran and her incredible journey from launching her small business, Tea Drops, out of her kitchen to landing $8.4 million in venture capital funding. Chandran credits her SCORE mentor with providing expertise and helping her establish patents for her unique tea-making process.

The Associated Press story, “Four Tips for Small Business Owners Paying Down Pandemic Debt,” included expert insights from SCORE mentor Ken Alozie, managing director of Greenwood Capital Advisors in Washington, DC, as well as advice to seek out free business mentoring through SCORE.

People age 55+ make up 21% of the U.S. population, but own a disproportionately high 50.9% of U.S. small businesses, according to new survey data from 3,000 entrepreneurs published by SCORE, mentors to America’s small businesses.

Veteran small business owners face declining startup rates and service-related disabilities, according to the latest data report from SCORE.

Even amidst COVID-19 turbulence, immigrants are 40% more likely to start a business and are more optimistic about hiring new employees than others, according to new survey data published by SCORE, the nation's largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors.

How to get your Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiven.

For millennials thinking about being their own boss, tips from people who have done it successfully. Ohio entrepreneur and SCORE client Lisa Licursi, owner of Elite Virtual Assistants, noted the value of having a SCORE mentor to navigate the process.

Volunteering with SCORE has many rewards. You can help small businesses be successful and recover from the challenges of COVID-19. Become a mentor or consider other opportunities available. Volunteer opportunities for Black and Hispanic business owners.

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Financing and funding options for small businesses struggling as a result of the pandemic. SCORE's expert mentors can help entrepreneurs navigate the choices and how to apply.