Helping 17 Million Entrepreneurs achieve their dreams

Letter from SCORE CEO, Bridget Weston

Small businesses are truly the heart of our nation, employing millions of Americans and boosting the local economy in every state. Entrepreneurs continue to pursue small business ownership at record rates, and they’re turning to SCORE for help.

From a wide array of backgrounds and industries, SCORE mentors know what it’s like to be a small business owner. They know it takes passion and hard work to make dreams come true. Partnering with entrepreneurs one-on-one, SCORE mentors support small business success by providing experienced advice, consulting on best practices, and education on business topics.

In 2024 alone, SCORE helped launch 59,447 new businesses and create 143,623 new jobs, including 84,176 non-owner jobs. We couldn’t accomplish this without the hard work of our 10,000 volunteers who donated 4 million hours of their time to make it happen.

At SCORE, we believe anyone can successfully start a business with the right support. Whether you’re just starting or you’ve been in business for decades, connect with SCORE today and get the guidance you need to grow and thrive.

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.