SCORE Portland is part of a nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to the formation, growth and success of small businesses.
Portland SCORE has 70 volunteer mentors who in 2019 gave 3070 hours to help 1671 clients.
Request a meeting with a mentor by clicking the button below, or walk into our Business Resource Center for just-in-time help - no appointment necessary.
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COVID-19 SCORE Portland Operations Update
Our office is closed and walk-in services are suspended until further notice. Although the office is closed, volunteers mentors are available for phone or video consultation during our regular business hours Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 9am-3pm. Please call 503.326.5211 or email scorepdx@scorevolunteer.org to request a callback.
As always, you may request a mentor by filling out a request form. Our mentors will schedule a meeting. During this period, we prefer to work remotely.
Some April workshops have moved online and fees have been waived, and some have been canceled.
Free & Confidential Mentoring
Portland SCORE Mentors have proven insight based upon successful business experience in an industry. Gain access to that experience by establishing a counseling appointment.
Workshops & Events
Our Workshops provide managed and organized information that enable our clients to learn and apply solutions to their problems. Experienced SCORE mentors and selected local experts conduct a variety of regularly scheduled, low-cost educational workshops.
Templates & Tools
Determining a clear course to success requires using effective templates and tools to explore, learn and document business impact. Employing a variety of documents, templates and tools to grow your business understanding improves your chance for success.
When I first began working with a mentor; I was in a word, terrified. It was such a big investment and decision; I felt anxious and lost.
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SCORE Portland will regularly update you on issues of interest to the local business community, including workshops, business events, local and national business news, etc. Additionally, we will continue working to keep the information on this website current and useful, and we encourage you to check back often.
Help Make Dreams Come True
Every year, SCORE volunteers help thousands of entrepreneurs start small businesses and achieve newlevels of success in their existing businesses. Volunteering at SCORE is a way for you to give back toyour community, connect with fellow business owners, and pass on your knowledge and expertise to the next generation of entrepreneurs in your community.
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