SCORE Central Coast Business Mentors

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716 G Capitola Ave.Capitola, CA 95010 United States

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http://centralcoast.score.org/

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Chapter Support Volunteer: use your skills to help a local nonprofit support entrepreneurs

Flexible Schedule | Virtual Opportunity

Every SCORE chapter depends on the talent and time of volunteers to help entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of small business ownership. We are looking for volunteers to work on specific projects. These volunteers are staffed based on their unique skills and are welcome to assist with leadership and chapter support tasks-they really are the backbone of the organization. For example, you might be able to sharpen your email marketing, networking and social media skills while helping your local business community. Examples of chapter support roles include Community Ambassador, Partnerships & Fundraising, Media Contact for National and Local PR, Marketing, Chapter Administrator, Webmaster, and more. Note: If you are interested in this position, please fill out the application our website here: https://centralcoast.score.org/volunteer-49 SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration that helps aspiring and existing entrepreneurs succeed. Volunteering is a way for you to give back, network with business experts, and share your knowledge. Join SCORE today to make a meaningful difference in your local community.

Date Posted: Apr 3, 2025
Seeking Mentors to Help Small Business Leaders

Flexible Schedule | Capitola, CA 95010

If you have: a) an understanding of business and management terms b) patience to listen c) the ability to communicate ideas and information without criticism d) a desire to give back to the community then SCORE will be a good fit for you! If you can spare about 10-12 hours/month you will be rewarded with: a) feelings of accomplishment through the mentoring of clients and contributing to community betterment b) making new friends c) the enjoyment of working with colleagues to solve problems d) learning new things from clients and fellow volunteers. SCORE Central Coast is a chapter of a national nonprofit serving small businesses in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties. Our clients represent a diverse community with many woman and Hispanic owned businesses. Some clients are in the idea stage, while others are experienced entrepreneurs. We are looking for mentors who reflect this diversity, and are willing to spend time with business owners to guide them through the complexities of strategy creation, business startup, and growth. If you are interested or have questions, contact: central.coast@scorevolunteer.org or fill out the application on our website here: https://score.org/centralcoast

Date Posted: Apr 3, 2025
Leadership needed for SCORE Central Coast, a nonprofit helping small business owners.

Flexible Schedule | Virtual Opportunity

SCORE Central Coast seeks an experienced small business leader to guide chapter activities during FY25. Expect to invest a five hours weekly. Most meetings will be virtual, supplemented with occasional in-person networking sessions. Local knowledge of Santa Cruz and Monterey county small businesses is a plus. SCORE is a 60-year-old nonprofit chartered to help small businesses succeed. It has over 200 chapters and 12,000 members nationwide. The Central Coast chapter, founded 19 years ago, has 15 volunteer members. The Chapter has provided free mentoring to over 3,000 Central Coast small businesses. As a resource partner of the SBA, SCORE guides Certified Mentors who freely give of their time to small businesses.

Date Posted: Apr 3, 2025

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Mission Statement

SCORE, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education and mentoring. Our mission is to foster vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education.

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SCORE, America's premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs and small businesses, is a nonprofit resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). We have over 300 SCORE offices across the country and 10,000 volunteers offering free business mentoring and low- or no-cost workshops.

For over 50 years, SCORE's thousands of working and retired business professionals have volunteered to support the success of small business nationwide. SCORE business mentoring is free and confidential.

We provide:

Free, confidential business mentoring in person, via email or by video
Volunteer mentors who share their expertise across industries
Free business tools, templates and tips online
Inexpensive or free business workshops (locally) and webinars (online 24/7)

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