Grace Force, 11400 Pierce St, Riverside, CA 92505, US

With over 300 branches and more than 12,000 mentors providing guidance and support across the country, SCORE is a major national partner in helping businesses and communities grow stronger together. It provides in-person and online workshops and mentoring services in business finance and accounting, marketing and PR, and information technology. Its website has extensive tools and templates for small business owners at every stage of development. To find a mentor or a workshop near you, visit its website. As of August 2012, SCORE and Patch are officially working together to make sure communities thrive. Reach out to this local chapter, or contact your Patch editor to learn more.