All SCORE chapters must meet the following criteria in accordance with the Chapter Minimum Standards in order to remain a chapter of the SCORE Association. Minimum standards ensure that chapter operations are sustainable for our clients, volunteers, and communities. They broadly include ensuring alignment with SCORE Headquarters (HQ) operational programs, meeting required client services activities, and adherence to the SCORE Brand.

Chapters that fail to meet minimum standards may be put on probation with a plan to correct deficiencies, merged with a nearby chapter, or closed.

The minimum standards are:

• Has an Active Chapter Chair (Confirmed leadership structure, as approved by DD) at all times
• Minimum number of active Mentors (20)
• Minimum # of mentoring sessions recorded (200)
• 1 Monthly in-person or hybrid Chapter Member meeting
• 5 Community partners established as a minimum
• Active recruitment of new volunteers and growth in total volunteers annually
• Completes Annual Review  and establishes/follows Annual Operating Plan
• Complies with SCORE Brand Guidelines
• Participates in SBA chapter review