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SCORE mentoring
Business mentoring for people starting or developing a small business in the United States.
- Who it helps
- For a US-based business or business idea, including idea-stage entrepreneurs and non-profits. Online meetings do not establish eligibility outside the US.
- Where
- United States
- Format
- Online and local
- Cost
- Free
- Time
- The provider says a mentor typically responds within 48 hours; appointments are then arranged together. Sessions are commonly about one hour.
- Commitments
- Mentoring is free. You do the work between sessions; other courses may have separate terms. SCORE describes institutional confidentiality, but its volunteers cannot sign client NDAs.
- Language
- English-language source; other languages depend on the mentor.
- Accessibility
- Phone, video, email and in-person formats are described. Agree a workable format with your mentor; specific accommodations not verified.
Your next step
- Choose one business question and use the ZIP-code form or mentor search.
- Watch for the mentor response and agree an appointment.
- Bring your question and what you have already tried; agree a small action and follow-up.
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Evidence and current status
Source checked: 13 October 2026. This page describes a support route, not a verified open application round.
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