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Warby Parker FlatIron Crossing · Broomfield
2 mi outside Louisville's area
Warby Parker FlatIron Crossing opened Oct 14 in Broomfield ↗Louisville Chamber of Commerce
Louisville, CO · 374 members
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Welcome, new members
Businesses that joined Louisville Chamber of Commerce in the last 30 days, from its public member directory.
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Openings near you
Each one is a chance to welcome a new member. From local news and new Google Maps listings in and around your towns.
Nearby opening
Apothecary Farms - Boulder · Boulder
8 mi outside Louisville's area
Apothecary Farms - Boulder opened Sep 25 in Boulder ↗Nearby opening
Westbound & Down Brewing Company · Longmont
7 mi outside Louisville's area
Westbound & Down Brewing Company opens Nov 5 in Longmont ↗Nearby opening
Kendall's Nail Lounge - Longmont · Longmont
6 mi outside Louisville's area
Kendall's Nail Lounge - Longmont opened Sep 25 in Longmont ↗Around your towns
Local businesses in the news
Businesses in Louisville Chamber of Commerce's towns making news, found through nearby chambers' member directories.
Member event
University of Colorado Boulder - Department of Athletics · Boulder
Pearl Street to host inaugural 'Slampede' Oct. 16 ↗Listed with Boulder Chamber of Commerce
New product or program
Denver International Airport · Denver
Denver airport introduces Express Pay option for faster parking exits ↗Listed with Boulder Chamber of Commerce
Member spotlight
Harvest of Hope Pantry · Boulder
Harvest of Hope Pantry ↗Listed with Boulder Chamber of Commerce
Funding & programs
Opportunities
39 open for members · 4 for the chamber · 1 closing soon
GrantCO · statewide
Charge Ahead Colorado – EV charging grants (Fall 2026 round)
Grants toward community EV charging stations at businesses, workplaces, multifamily housing, nonprofits and public sites. The competitive round is open September 14 – October 16, 2026 (5:00 PM MT) and is offered three times a year; a separate year-round track takes requests of $50,000 or less for Level 2 charging and charging outlets.
- Amount
- Open year-round; only available for projects requesting $50,000 or less for Level 2 charging and/or charging outlets.
- When
- Apply by Oct 16 · closing soon
Who can apply
Businesses and industry, Charging station developers and providers, Government and public institutions, Multifamily housing, Non-profit organizations
GrantCO · statewide
Nonprofit Energy Efficiency Program (NEEP)
Funded energy-efficiency upgrades for buildings of Colorado 501(c)(3) nonprofits that provide in-person direct services to income-qualified residents and are Xcel Energy, Atmos Energy or Black Hills Energy (gas) customers. Applications submitted April–December 2026 are reviewed in January 2027; those submitted January–June 2027 are reviewed in July 2027.
- When
- Open now
Nonprofits only
Who can apply
Must be a Colorado 501(c)3 nonprofit in good standing
GrantCO · statewide
Colorado Circular Communities (C3) Mini Grants
Grants of up to $50,000 for Colorado businesses, nonprofits, local governments and schools for smaller projects that promote a circular economy (waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting). Applicants are limited to one C3 award per calendar year. The page shows the program as open.
- Amount
- Mini Grant awards are up to $50,000
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Who Can Apply: Nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations and businesses, tribes, local governments, public and private schools, institutions of higher education
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GrantCO · statewide
Agricultural Workforce Development Program (2027 internships)
Reimburses Colorado farms, ranches and other agricultural businesses for up to 50% of the cost of employing a paid intern, up to $5,000 per intern. Applications for 2027 internships are open October 1 – November 2, 2026 (5:00 pm MT).
- Amount
- Awarded businesses may be reimbursed for up to 50% of the actual cost to employ each intern, up to $5,000 per intern.
- When
- Apply by Nov 2
Ag-relatedMatch required
Who can apply
Colorado farms, ranches, and other agricultural businesses are eligible for this program.
Tax creditCO · statewide
New & Emerging Industries Apprenticeship Tax Credit
State income tax credit for Colorado employers with registered apprentices in new and emerging industries: up to $12,600 per apprentice per tax year for up to ten apprentices ($126,000 maximum). Employers file a reservation application first, then apply for the tax credit certificate.
- Amount
- Max $12,600 per apprentice per income tax year
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Be a qualified taxpayer doing business in Colorado
Tax creditCO · statewide
Community Food Access Equipment Tax Credit
State tax credit equal to 75% of the purchase price of qualifying equipment for small food retailers and small family farms. The 2026 application deadlines are April 30, August 31 and December 31; applications for equipment bought in 2025 are not accepted after December 31, 2026.
- Amount
- The tax credit amount is 75% of the purchase price of your equipment.
- When
- Apply by Dec 31
Ag-related
Who can apply
Small Food Retailers and Small Family Farms are eligible for the CFA Tax Credit.
Tax creditCO · statewide
Employee Ownership Tax Credit
Tax credit covering up to 75% of the cost of converting a Colorado-headquartered business to employee ownership: up to $25,000 for alternative equity structures, $40,000 for worker-owned cooperatives and employee ownership trusts, and $150,000 for employee stock ownership plans. Open now; applications are reviewed in order of receipt.
- Amount
- Up to 75% of their conversion costs, not to exceed: $25,000 for Alternative Equity Structures
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Current Colorado-headquartered businesses converting to employee ownership between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2033 may be eligible to apply.
SBA disaster loanCO · disaster area
SBA Offers Relief to Colorado Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought (CO-20027)
Small businesses and private nonprofits in the declared counties with economic losses from drought beginning Nov. 1, 2025 can apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (up to $2 million; agricultural producers, farmers and ranchers are not eligible except aquaculture). Economic injury applications are due December 7, 2026; covered counties include Colorado: 52 counties.
- Amount
- The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.625% for PNPs with terms up to 30 years.
- When
- Apply by Dec 7
Ag-related
Who can apply
Under this declaration, SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries, and PNPs — including faith‑based organizations — with financial losses directly related to the disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for small aquaculture enterprises.
GrantCO · statewide
Colorado State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Grant
Up to $15,000 a year toward export promotion costs for export-ready Colorado companies at least one year old that are new to export or entering a new market. Apply through the OEDIT portal.
- Amount
- The max amount a company can receive in a year is $15,000
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
be registered with the Colorado Secretary of State and in Good Standing; have headquarters in Colorado or have at least 50% of your employees based in Colorado; be a U.S. company seeking to export goods or services of U.S. origin or with at least 51% U.S. content; be at least one year old as of the date you would begin using STEP grant funds; be new to export or expanding to a new export market; have a commercialized product or service to export; be export-ready
TrainingNational
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses – business education program
Business education program for established small business owners, run in local in-person cohorts and a national online cohort. Applicants should be an owner or co-owner of a business operating at least two years, with revenue of $75,000 or more in one of the past two fiscal years and at least two employees including the owner. Applications are due about three months before a cohort starts: apply by October 2026 for the February–May 2027 national cohort.
- When
- Open now
Who can apply
Does your business have revenue of $75K or more in one of the past two fiscal years?
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R4R Mitigation Grant – $5,000 for pre-disaster projects (Fall 2026)
New for fall 2026: small businesses that take a 15–30 minute disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform between September 29 and November 15 become eligible to apply for a $5,000 grant for a pre-disaster mitigation project at their business.
- Amount
- a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business
- When
- Apply by Nov 15
Who can apply
Between September 29 and November 15, take a 15-30 minute small business disaster resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform to become eligible to apply for a $5,000 Mitigation Grant supporting pre-disaster mitigation projects at your business.
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Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart stores, Sam's Clubs and distribution centers give local grants of $250 to $5,000 to 501(c)(3) charities, schools, government entities and faith-based community projects in their service area. The current cycle runs August 1 to November 30; chambers (501(c)(6)) are not eligible.
- Amount
- Grant amounts range from $250 to $5,000.
- When
- Apply by Nov 30
Who can apply
Eligible entities must be a: 501(c)(3) public charity: [...] Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): [...] School: [...] Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large [...] Note: Non-charities, including but not limited to organizations such as 501(c)(4)s, (c)(6)s, and (c)(19)s like homeowner’s associations, civic leagues, or volunteer fire companies, are not eligible.
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Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program
The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program is a year-long fellowship for women-owned businesses with at least $75,000 in annual revenue, including a $2,000 education grant. Applications for the 2027 cohort are open September 22 to November 17, 2026, and applying is free.
- Amount
- $2,000 education grant (FAQ)
- When
- Apply by Nov 17
Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by womenA woman entrepreneur who owns the largest or equally largest stake in a qualifying business
Who can apply
For profit, from any industry; Majority (51% or more) owned and controlled by women; Generating minimum of $75,000 annually. There is no maximum revenue requirement.; Formed under United States law and operating in the United States
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HerRise MicroGrant
HerSuiteSpot's HerRise MicroGrant funds women-owned US businesses with under $1 million in revenue; each month's applications close on the last day of the month. There is a $15 application fee.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feeWomen-owned business
Who can apply
Women-owned business; Businesses currently registered in the US; Less than $1 million in gross revenue; Non-profits, franchise, direct seller, authorized reseller or independent consultant not eligible
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Amber Grants
WomensNet awards three $10,000 Amber Grants to women-owned businesses every month, and three $50,000 grants at year end. Each month's entry period ends on the last day of the month; there is a $15 application fee with a fee waiver on request.
- Amount
- Each month, three (3) $10,000 Amber Grants will be awarded. [...] three (3) of the monthly winners will receive an additional $50,000 Year-End Grant.
- When
- Open now
Contest$15 feewomen (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business
Who can apply
Open to women (18 years or older) who own at least 50% of a business based in the United States or Canada. Eligible businesses include pre-revenue ventures, idea-stage startups, and revenue-generating nonprofit organizations. Nonprofits whose primary activity is charitable giving are not eligible.Quoted from ambergrantsforwomen.com →
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Galaxy Grants
Hidden Star's Galaxy Grant awards $2,500 and is free to apply. The current deadline is October 31, 2026, with winners announced the following week.
- Amount
- $2,500 Galaxy Grant – FREE to Apply!
- When
- Apply by Oct 31
Contestsupporting women & minority business owners
Who can apply
Each of these contests will be separate and are open only to persons over 18 years of age and who has set up any free or paid Galaxy of Stars membership account prior to or concurrent with entering or participating in the contest.Quoted from galaxyofstars.org →
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Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 national grant
Verizon and LISC select 10 small businesses each month from June through December 2026 for $10,000 grants. Owners unlock the one-time application by completing two free Digital Ready courses or events in 2026.
- Amount
- 10 small businesses will be selected for grants each month [...] $10,000 grants
- When
- Open now
Random drawingContest
Who can apply
Owners of for-profit small businesses based in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who are 18 or older may apply. Owners of multiple businesses may apply for one business only.
GrantCO · statewide
Gates Family Foundation – capital grants
Capital grants for Colorado nonprofits (building, land and equipment projects). Applications are accepted at any time; trustees decide at regular meetings, with annual submission deadlines of March 15 and September 1, and proposals should arrive at least 12 weeks before a meeting. About 30% of project funds should already be committed.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Nonprofits only
Who can apply
Provide services benefiting the state of Colorado and its citizens.
CertificationCO · statewide
Certify Colorado
Pays up to $2,000 of a Colorado business's certification costs (paid directly to the certifying agency) once the owner completes the Certifications 101 course and submits a business plan. The program runs until its funds are depleted; a waitlist starts once the funds are fully deployed.
- Amount
- Up to $2,000 per participating business
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Be based, registered, and in Good Standing with the Colorado Secretary of State
GrantCO · statewide
El Pomar Foundation competitive grants
Colorado 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities can apply at any time for general operating, program or capital grants in arts & culture, civic & community, education, health and human services; Trustees review applications 4–6 times a year (next review December 4, 2026) and ask for a complete application at least 10 weeks before a meeting.
- Amount
- grants for general operating support, programs and capital projects (no amount range stated on the page)
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Nonprofits only
Who can apply
Most grant funding at El Pomar Foundation is distributed through the competitive process. Through that process, the Trustees provide grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and government entities that serve Colorado across a broad spectrum of focus areas, including: arts & culture, civic & community, education, health, and human services. These grants are for general operating support, programs and capital projects.
GrantCO · local program
LRC Façade Improvement Program
Louisville Revitalization Commission reimbursement (100% of the first $15,000, then 75%/50% tiers) for façade and site improvements to commercial properties in the Highway 42 Urban Renewal Area, first come first served.
- Amount
- $250,000 available annually; $0-$15,000 100% reimbursable, $15,000-$50,000 75%, $50,000-$100,000 50%, $100,000+ case-by-case
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The program is for commercial property owners and businesses located within the Highway 42 Urban Renewal Area in Louisville.
GrantCO · statewide
Advanced Industries Export Grant
Reimburses up to 50% of approved export costs, up to $15,000, for Colorado advanced-industry manufacturers with fewer than 200 employees that are new to export or entering a new market. Rolling applications.
- Amount
- Up to $15,000 per business; reimbursement up to 50% of the approved expenses
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
To be eligible, your business needs to: Manufacture an advanced technology and influence one or more of Colorado's advanced industries...Have headquarters in Colorado or have at least 50% of your employees based in Colorado. Employ fewer than 200 employees globally. Be new to export or expanding to a new export market.
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Freed Fellowship Grant
Freed Fellowship picks one US small business owner each month for a $500 grant, and Fellows are considered for a $2,500 year-end grant. Applications are rolling and cost $19.
- Amount
- Each month we select one Freed Fellow as the recipient of a $500 no-strings-attached grant. Fellows are then considered for our $2,500 year-end grant.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Contest$19 fee
Who can apply
Any micro or small business owner in the US is eligible. We especially encourage women, minorities and others considered underrepresented or overlooked to apply.
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NASE Growth Grants
NASE gives members grants of up to $4,000 for specific business needs such as marketing, hiring or equipment. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; NASE membership is required.
- Amount
- Apply for a business development grant from the NASE worth up to $4,000!
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Membership required
Who can apply
To be eligible, the applicant must be a member in good standing at the time of application and must maintain such good standing continuously through the date on which the award is conferred.
GrantCO · statewide
Fleet-ZERO – EV fleet charging grants (Fall 2026 round)
Grants toward charging infrastructure for electric fleet vehicles for businesses, fleet charging providers, independent contractors, nonprofits and public fleets. The Fall 2026 round is open November 16, 2026 – January 15, 2027 (5:00 PM MT).
- Amount
- About $5,000–$40,000 per charging port and ~$5 million a year, as summarised from the program page (not a verbatim quote)
- When
- Opens in November
Who can apply
Businesses and industry, Fleet charging providers, Government and public institutions, Independent contractors, Non-profit organizations
Tax creditCO · statewide
Commercial Historic Preservation Tax Credit
State income tax credit of 20% to 40% of rehabilitation costs, up to $1 million, for commercial historic buildings. The large-project pool has hit its limit for this year; all project pools reopen January 19, 2027 at 8 a.m. The small-project pool is taking waitlist applications now.
- Amount
- 20% to 40% of rehabilitation expenses, up to $1.0 million
- When
- Opens in January 2027
Who can apply
Owner, Tenant with a lease of at least 39 years in urban areas or 5 years in rural areas, Holder with a property under contract.
GrantCO · statewide
Anschutz Family Foundation grants (January 15, 2027 deadline)
Colorado 501(c)(3) public charities, fiscally sponsored projects and public entities can apply for general operating or program grants (typically $5,000–$10,000) by 5 p.m. on January 15, 2027; the online application activates about 1.5 months before the deadline and decisions are mailed in late May.
- Amount
- Typical grants range between $5,000-$10,000, but generally do not exceed 10 percent of an organization’s annual budget.
- When
- Expected to open in December
Nonprofits only
Who can apply
Organization must be classified as one of the following: A 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity; Independent sponsored project of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit acting as a fiscal sponsor; Government or tax-supported public entity. Activities or programs must take place in Colorado and the Foundation aims for an even distribution of grants between organizations serving in Colorado’s rural and urban communities.Quoted from anschutzfamilyfoundation.org →
GrantCO · local program
Louisville Arts Grants
Annual City of Louisville Cultural Advisory Board grants for artists and cultural arts organizations serving the Louisville community; the 2026 round is closed and the next cycle is expected in December 2026.
- Amount
- Not stated
- When
- Expected to open in December
Who can apply
The Louisville Cultural Advisory Board awards annual grants to artists and cultural arts organizations that serve the Louisville community.
GrantCO · statewide
Colorado Creates Grant
General operating grants of $6,000 to $14,000 for arts-focused Colorado 501(c)(3) organizations with at least two years of arts programming and a $25,000+ cash budget. The FY27 round closed May 5, 2026; the next cycle opens in early 2027.
- Amount
- $6,000 to $14,000 per application
- When
- Expected to open in February 2027
Who can apply
arts-focused 501(c)(3) organization
GrantCO · statewide
Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant
Job training grants for Colorado for-profit businesses and 501(c)(3) nonprofits, run with the Colorado Community College System; applications roll each fiscal year.
- When
- Expected to open in October
Apply via a partner
Who can apply
For-profit businesses and 501(c)(3) nonprofits
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Cultivate Small Business
Santander's free Cultivate Small Business program gives early-stage food businesses a 12-week curriculum, mentorship and capital grants. Applications for the spring cohort are accepted November through January.
- Amount
- capital grants
- When
- Opens in November
Who can apply
In operation for at least one year; Are working full time in the business and have fewer than 10 total full-time equivalent employees; Revenues between $25,000 and $1,000,000 in the last calendar year; Located in the United States
LoanCO · statewide
CLIMBER Loan Fund – small business working-capital loans
Working-capital loans of $10,000 to $500,000 for Colorado small businesses with up to 99 employees, made through participating lenders at below-market rates with a principal deferral option. Businesses in all 64 counties can apply.
- Amount
- Small businesses with up to 99 employees may apply for working capital loans between $10,000 and $500,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Apply via a partner
Who can apply
Small businesses with up to 99 employees may apply for working capital loans between $10,000 and $500,000.
LoanCO · statewide
Colorado Nonprofit Bridge Loan Fund
Unsecured bridge loans of up to $250,000 at 2% for six months (renewable for six more) for Colorado nonprofits waiting on payment under an executed government grant agreement or contract. Any nonprofit type, issue area or region of the state qualifies.
- Amount
- Max loan amount: $250,000 Rate: 2% 6-month term with option for 6-month renewal Unsecured
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Nonprofits only
Who can apply
Any Colorado-based nonprofit with a federal, state or local executed grant agreement or government contract receivable is eligible for this fund
LoanCO · statewide
Colorado Startup Loan Fund
State-funded loans of $500–$150,000, made through partner lenders, for Colorado startups and small businesses that cannot get traditional financing. Businesses apply directly with the lender that serves their area; applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
- Amount
- Loans between $500-$150,000 dependent upon offerings of lender
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Apply via a partner
Who can apply
For-profit entities located in Colorado
LoanCO · county program
CEDS Finance Small Business Loans (Spark, Elevate, Amplify)
CEDS Finance makes fixed-rate small business loans of up to $100,000 (Spark to $15,000, Elevate to $50,000, Amplify to $100,000), plus Islamic-compliant murabaha financing, to startups and existing businesses in nine Denver-metro and northeast Colorado counties.
- Amount
- CEDS Finance has three financial products that provide financing up to $100,000. Spark – Up to $15,000 Elevate – Up to $50,000 Amplify – Up to $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Start-up and existing businesses are eligible for CEDS Finance loans.
LoanCO · statewide
Colorado Enterprise Fund Small Business Loans
Colorado Enterprise Fund, a nonprofit CDFI, makes fixed-rate small business loans of $10,000 to $1,000,000 (3-10 years) to Colorado entrepreneurs who cannot qualify for traditional financing, with free business navigation.
- Amount
- Amount $10k to $1,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
CEF provides affordable, flexible loan solutions to those not able to qualify for traditional financing
LoanCO · statewide
Ascendus Business Term Loan
Ascendus, a nonprofit CDFI lender, offers small business term loans of up to $100,000 to owners who need money to grow their business, available to businesses nationwide except in Vermont.
- Amount
- For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
For small business owners who need money to grow their business, Ascendus offers loans up to $100,000. Qualified businesses will be located nationwide, except in Vermont.
LoanCO · statewide
DreamSpring Small Business Loan
DreamSpring, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans of $1,000 to $250,000 (24-72 month terms, fixed rate) to startups and existing businesses in 27 states for equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, supplies, vehicles and working capital.
- Amount
- DreamSpring small business loans range from $1,000 to $250,000 with a term of 24-72 months and a fixed interest rate .
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Whether you’re a startup entrepreneur or existing small business owner, DreamSpring small business loans are designed to fit your business needs.
LoanCO · statewide
Accion Opportunity Fund Small Business Term Loan
Accion Opportunity Fund, a national nonprofit CDFI, offers small business term loans up to $250,000 with repayment terms up to 36 months for businesses with at least 2 years in business and $300,000+ in annual sales.
- Amount
- Loans up to $250k
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Must be at least 18 years or older Minimum 2 years in business $300,000+ in annual sales 20% ownership of business All shareholders must be either a US citizen or permanent resident
0% loanCO · statewide
Kiva U.S. 0% interest loans
Kiva U.S. offers crowdfunded 0% interest loans of $1,000 to $15,000 for U.S. small business owners, with no fees, no collateral and no minimum credit score. Borrowers first invite friends, family and others to lend during a private fundraising period, then crowdfund publicly on Kiva; businesses in Nevada and North Dakota are not accepted.
- Amount
- you can qualify for a no-interest, no-fee, and no-collateral loan between $1,000-$15,000.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Your business must be registered within the United States, and you must physically reside in the United States, in order to be eligible for a Kiva U.S. loan.Quoted from kiva.org →
Technical assistanceCO · statewide
Colorado SBDC Network — no-cost business advising
The Colorado SBDC Network offers no-cost business advising and low-to-no-cost workshops to any small business eligible to receive federally funded services.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
Colorado SBDC services are provided to any small business that is eligible to receive federally funded services.
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Small Business Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) – $5,000 disaster recovery grant
Small businesses with 500 or fewer employees register in advance by completing a free five-minute preparedness checklist; if their county later comes under a state emergency or disaster declaration and they have at least $5,000 in uncovered losses, they can apply for a $5,000 recovery grant. Nonprofits are not funded.
- Amount
- Selected businesses receive $5,000 and must document at least $5,000 in disaster-related losses.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
500 employees or fewer Complete the free checklist (5 minutes) Located in the U.S. or territories (includes Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, etc.)
Technical assistanceNational
APEX Accelerators — no-cost government contracting help
APEX Accelerators (the program formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Program), supported by the Department of War's Office of Small Business Programs, offer no-cost guidance and one-on-one help for businesses entering or growing in federal, state and local government contracting, through more than 300 offices nationwide. Use the service-area locator to find your local office.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
The APEX Accelerators program provides the education and training to ensure that all businesses become capable of participating in federal, state, and local government contracts.Quoted from apexaccelerators.us →
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SCORE — free business mentoring
SCORE offers free, confidential mentoring, for the life of your business, to any aspiring or established owner of a U.S.-based business, in all industries and stages; nonprofits are also served. Enter your ZIP code on the page to be matched with a mentor.
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Who can apply
SCORE mentoring is a free service offered to any aspiring or established owners of a U.S.-based business.
LoanCO · statewide
B:Side Fund Direct Small Business Loans
B:Side Fund makes direct small business loans of $10,000-$150,000 in Colorado ($10,000-$75,000 in New Mexico) at fixed rates up to 10% over 3-5 years to for-profit businesses operating 6+ months, for working capital, refinancing, inventory and equipment.
- Amount
- Loan Amounts $10,000-$150,000 (Colorado) | $10,000-$75,000 (New Mexico)
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Direct small business loans for early to established businesses seeking working capital, debt refinance, or equipment purchases in Colorado and New Mexico.
LoanNational
LiftFund Small Business Loans
LiftFund, a nonprofit CDFI, makes small business loans for working capital, equipment, inventory, leasehold improvements, vehicles and commercial real estate to startups and existing businesses, including owners with limited credit, collateral or experience.
- Amount
- financing options can range from $500 to $1 Million
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Fee
Who can apply
Whether you have limited credit, collateral or experience, we’ll work with you to find funding that allows you to build your credit and improve your finances. LiftFund offers small business loans to entrepreneurs nationwide.
For Louisville Chamber of Commerce
Grants and programs the chamber itself can apply for.
GrantCO · statewide
EDA Planning and Local Technical Assistance — Denver Regional Office (FY 2021–2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for economic development planning and local technical assistance (such as feasibility studies, impact analyses, disaster resiliency plans and project planning) in economically distressed areas, handled by EDA's Denver Regional Office. Award ceiling $300,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a continuing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $300,000; Award Floor $0
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to section 3 of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 (42 U.S.C. § 3122) (PWEDA) and EDA’s regulation at 13 C.F.R. § 300.3, the following types of entities are eligible to receive funding assistance from EDA: 1. District Organizations (as defined in 13 C.F.R. § 300.3); 2. Indian Tribes or a consortium of Indian Tribes; 3. States, cities, or other political subdivisions of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; 4. Institutions of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or 5. Public or private non-profit organizations or associations acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State.
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EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2023 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2021 and 2022. Award ceiling $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $483,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
District Organization; Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; Institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or Public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. The project of an eligible applicant must be able to meet area eligibility requirements to be considered for funding under this Disaster Supplemental NOFO. Such eligibility is predicated upon the project being located in or primarily serving one or more communities impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Fiona, and of wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters occurring in calendar years 2021 and 2022. More specifically, consistent with 13 C.F.R. parts 301 and 307, EDA will determine area eligibility pursuant to the applicable Federal disaster declaration under the Stafford Act, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) designation of areas as eligible for public assistance or individual assistance due to the declared disasters listed on FEMA’s website (www.fema.gov/disaster/). For construction projects (including design and engineering), the project must be located within an eligible county. For non-construction projects, the project’s scope of work must primarily benefit eligible counties, and stakeholders representing those eligible counties must be directly engaged in the project.
GrantNational
EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance (FY 2025 PWEAA NOFO)
EDA grants for public works infrastructure and economic adjustment projects that support economic development in distressed communities and regions. Awards from $100,000 up to $30,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on an ongoing basis through EDA's EDGE portal.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $30,000,000; Award Floor $100,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Pursuant to Section 3(4) of PWEDA (42 U.S.C. § 3122(4)(a)) and 13 C.F.R. § 300.3 (Eligible Recipient), eligible applicants for EDA financial assistance under the Public Works and EAA programs include a(n): (i) District Organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District; (ii) Indian Tribe or a consortium of Indian Tribes; (iii) State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a State, including a special purpose unit of a State or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions; (iv) institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; or (v) public or private non-profit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a State. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible for funding under this NOFO.
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GrantNational
EDA Disaster Supplemental (FY 2025 NOFO)
EDA grants for long-term economic recovery projects in areas with a Presidential major disaster declaration for natural disasters in calendar years 2023 and 2024. Award ceiling $50,000,000; cost share required; applications accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted or the NOFO is replaced or canceled.
- Amount
- Grants.gov: Award Ceiling $50,000,000; Award Floor $0; Estimated Total Program Funding $1,447,000,000
- When
- Rolling, apply any time
Match required
Who can apply
Eligible applicants under the FY25 Disaster program include a(n): District organization of an EDA-designated Economic Development District (EDD); Indian tribe or a consortium of Indian tribes; State, county, city, or other political subdivision of a state, including a special purpose unit of a state or local government engaged in economic or infrastructure development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions, institution of higher education or a consortium of institutions of higher education; public or private nonprofit organization or association acting in cooperation with officials of a political subdivision of a state; an economic development organization; or a public-private partnership for public infrastructure. EDA is not authorized to provide grants or cooperative agreements to individuals or for-profit entities under this NOFO. Applications from individuals or for-profit entities will not be considered for funding.
GrantCO · local program
Louisville Arts Grants
Annual City of Louisville Cultural Advisory Board grants for artists and cultural arts organizations serving the Louisville community; the 2026 round is closed and the next cycle is expected in December 2026.
- Amount
- Not stated
- When
- Expected to open in December
Who can apply
The Louisville Cultural Advisory Board awards annual grants to artists and cultural arts organizations that serve the Louisville community.
GrantCO · statewide
Colorado Tourism Office Marketing Matching Grant
Matching grants of $2,500 to $49,000 for Colorado destination marketing organizations, including chambers of commerce that serve as DMOs; 2:1 or 4:1 match required. The 2026 window (June 23 to Aug. 20) is closed and the Tourism Office says it reopens in mid-2027.
- Amount
- $49,000 - $20,001 - 2:1 funding match required; $20,000 - $2,500 - 4:1 funding match required
- When
- Expected to open in June 2027
Match required
Who can apply
Colorado destination marketing organizations (DMO's)
GrantCO · statewide
Colorado Tourism Office Tourism Management Grant
Grants of up to $20,000 for Colorado destination marketing organizations and statewide tourism associations, matched $4 from the state for every $1 from the grantee. Applications are expected to open Oct. 20, 2026 (tentative) and close Dec. 10, 2026 at 4 p.m.
- Amount
- Funding requests up to $20,000 will be accepted and the required match is 4:1.
- When
- Opens in October
Match required
Who can apply
Colorado destination marketing organizations (DMOs)
Retired programs (3) — still listed on many chamber sites; don’t send members here
- Fast Break for Small BusinessEnded
Fast Break for Small Business, run by LegalZoom and Accion Opportunity Fund, ended after its final round in 2024. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: Fast Break for Small Business - FedEx Small Business Grant ContestEnded
FedEx retired its Small Business Grants Program, which ran from 2012 through 2024. Lists that still show it are out of date.
Official page: FedEx Small Business Grant Contest - T-Mobile Hometown GrantsEnded
T-Mobile's Hometown Grants, up to $50,000 for projects in towns under 50,000 people, ended with its final 26 recipients announced June 25, 2026. It is no longer accepting applications.
Official page: T-Mobile Hometown Grants
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