SCORE's Impact on Small Business Across the Nation
SCORE positively impacts communities, local businesses and the national economy by providing free, expert mentoring and educational resources to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.

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New businesses
launched in 2023
New businesses
launched in 2023

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Non-owner jobs
created in 2023
Non-owner jobs
created in 2023

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Total jobs
created in 2023
Total jobs
created in 2023
Each year, SCORE provides invaluable support and expertise to small businesses through mentoring, webinars, workshops and digital content, helping many entrepreneurs realize their dreams. As a result, nine of out of ten small businesses that work with SCORE stay in business and nearly half report increases in revenue. Eighty-eight percent would recommend SCORE to family and friends.



SCORE’s work would not be possible without our volunteers, who selflessly give their time and talent to help small business owners. SCORE’s volunteers provide business mentoring and education nationwide, empowering local entrepreneurs, creating jobs and growing the American economy.
SCORE volunteers offer expertise in different areas of industry and bring a wealth of knowledge. All are experienced business people with a passion to help small business owners succeed. Learn more about volunteering with SCORE.


More about this impact analysis and SCORE's commitment to our clients’ success:
SCORE engaged a third-party firm (PricewaterhouseCoopers) to conduct research into the economic impact that SCORE's mentoring and education had on the U.S. economy in 2023. The firm conducted an online census survey inviting all SCORE clients to participate, of whom a total of 19,013 clients responded.
To support future surveys and impact analysis activities, SCORE is actively reviewing the survey structure and analysis methodology to ensure it continues to be in line with industry accepted standards and thoroughly reflects, captures and demonstrates SCORE’s impact. For a more complete description of our current methodology, please click here.