Our mission is to foster a vibrant small business community through mentoring, learning and business development resources to the Twin Cities Metro, SCORE St. Cloud, SCORE NorthStar and Western Wisconsin areas. Our vision is to assure that every person has the support they need to thrive as a small business owner.
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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.
What we do matters.
Statistics show that aspiring or established 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 the nation’s economy and - more importantly - someone’s life.
We're thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new podcast: "SCORE Behind the Business," proudly produced in collaboration with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Every episode is packed with actionable advice, inspiring stories, and the latest trends in the business world. It's not just a podcast; it's a toolkit for your entrepreneurial journey.
Tune in for Real Stories and Real Insights, Expert Advice, Mentorship, and more!
SCORE NorthStar serves the Twin Ports, Brainerd Lakes, the Iron Range, all of Northern Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin.
SCORE St. Cloud provides mentoring and workshop services throughout Central Minnesota.
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.
This webinar will walk you through the key factors and strategies to increase the visibility of your website within Google search.
Kick off 2026 with a hands-on workshop that uses AI to audit your business, uncover blind spots, and build a focused roadmap for
Social media is a powerful way for small businesses to build visibility, trust, and connection, and this workshop will teach you
SCORE's Small Business Resilience Hub is designed for small businesses to not just survive a disaster, like COVID-19, but thrive.
Find expert advice, tools, and mentorship tailored for women entrepreneurs. Access free SCORE resources to start, grow, and succeed in your small business journey.
Small businesses with fewer than 50 employees provide 42% of all jobs in rural America. With SCORE resources and free mentoring services at your fingertips, we can help you overcome any business challenge along the way.
These resources will help veterans start or grow their businesses. Facebook is proud to partner with SCORE to offer business support for military members, veterans, and their families.
