Colorado Business and Commerce Grants

This program provides financial support to rural manufacturers in Colorado affected by the pandemic, enabling them to access valuable consulting services at a reduced cost to improve their operations.

This program provides financial support to innovative housing manufacturing businesses in Colorado to help alleviate the housing shortage by reimbursing operating expenses and offering incentives for each unit produced and installed in the state.

This funding initiative provides financial support to new and expanding for-profit businesses in South Thornton, Colorado, to improve their commercial properties and attract more customers.

This funding initiative provides financial support to independently owned commercial businesses in Wheat Ridge for implementing environmentally sustainable improvements that reduce their ecological footprint.

This grant recognizes and supports early-stage for-profit businesses in Northern Colorado and Wyoming that demonstrate strong ethical leadership, foster inclusive workplace cultures, and actively engage with their local communities.

This program provides small grants to community-led groups in the Metro Denver area to strengthen local initiatives and support projects that enhance neighborhood development, particularly those led by communities of color and lower-income residents.

This program provides free, hands-on support to small business owners in Denver with two to five years of experience, helping them improve operations, marketing, and leadership skills to prepare for sustainable growth.

This grant provides financial assistance to Colorado communities for planning economic development projects that create or retain jobs, particularly for low- to moderate-income individuals.

This award recognizes businesses and nonprofits in Colorado and Wyoming that demonstrate exceptional ethics and integrity in their operations and community impact.

This program provides cash incentives to businesses expanding or relocating to Colorado, aimed at creating new jobs and boosting the local economy.

This program provides free educational resources to social equity cannabis businesses, helping them develop essential skills and knowledge to succeed in the industry.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and medium-sized Colorado businesses in advanced industries to help them expand into international markets through reimbursement of eligible export-related expenses.

This grant provides financial incentives to businesses in Colorado that are expanding or relocating and creating new permanent jobs, contingent upon local government funding support.

The Laura Jane Musser Fund offers grants up to $25,000 for collaborative rural community projects in selected states and counties, prioritizing initiatives that involve diverse community participation, demonstrate local support, and aim for positive change within 18 months.

The Larimer County Behavioral Health Services is accepting applications for its Impact Fund Grant Program. Donor Name: Larimer County Behavioral Health Services State: Colorado County: Larimer County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Impact Fund Grant Program was created to invest funds each year to enrich community-based behavioral health services. Throughout the 20-year sales tax initiative, the Impact Fund will have invested millions of dollars into local behavioral health community programming with a commitment to the following funding priorities: Access & Affordability Care Coordination & System Integration Early Identification & Intervention Stigma Reduction & Public Awareness Quality Care Prevention Types of funding Impact Fund grants are restricted to funding programs/projects that address the behavioral health needs of Larimer County community members. BHS currently funds organizations through two types of grants: Targeted Grants and Responsive Grants. Funding Information Program/Project support grants generally range from $10,000 to $150,000.  Requests up to the maximum of $250,000 are considered. Project Period Up to 12 months Eligiblity Criteria In general, eligible organizations include most entity types in operation for more than one year and providing behavioral health services, directly or indirectly, to residents of Larimer County. Specifically: Have an EIN and be in good standing with the IRS Organizations are based in the U.S. with a valid Tax ID # and U.S. bank account Organizations must be doing business for at least one year (from September of the previous year) and be able to demonstrate how they currently generate impact in an application Applicants may submit a request for Program or Project support. BHS does not offer general operating support grants. BHS grant dollars are restricted funds for the purpose of providing behavioral health services, directly or indirectly, to residents of Larimer County and limit the overhead costs to 20% of the budget. Exclusions In general, Behavioral Health Services will NOT fund:  General operating budgets or budget deficits of established organizations Organizations that do not serve Larimer County residents Organizations and/or programs that willfully discriminate against a particular class of individuals or require membership in a certain religion Lobbying, political campaigns, or legislative issues Individuals, teams, and/or unaffiliated clubs Debt retirement Fundraising or sponsorship events Capital campaigns Endowments Restitution Efforts with the purpose of re-granting the funds Equipment over $5,000 Organizations that do not provide direct or indirect behavioral health-related services More than 25% of an organization’s annual operating income/revenue Requests that supplant public (government) funding. For more information, visit BHS.

The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the Grubhub Community Fund have come together once again to provide vital assistance for LGBTQ+-owned and allied restaurants, cafes, bars serving food, and other eating establishments. Donor Name: National LGBT Chamber of Commerce State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/25/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The NGLCC Community Impact Grant Program, supported by the Grubhub Community Fund, provides a financial lifeline to these businesses with grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000. Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for the Community Impact Grant, applicants must: Be an LGBTQ+-owned or LGBTQ+ ally-owned restaurant, bar or café that serves food. Provide proof that you are an LGBTQ+-owned or allied establishment. Establishment has not received 2+ NGLCC Community Impact Grants in previous years. For more information, visit NGLCC.

The Clean Fleet Enterprise’s (CFE) Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology grant program is a statewide competitive application process for fleet vehicles and other clean fleet technology. Donor Name: Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment State: Colorado County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/21/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Fleets will provide background information on their current fleet make-up, indicate the level of planning that has occurred for fleet transition, and provide information on vehicles and/or technology the fleet plans to acquire. In general, a successful applicant will convey an understanding of the grant program criteria, their preparedness to manage a complex and long- term fleet transition project, and their commitment to maintaining awarded vehicles in everyday fleet operations. Program Requirements  Requested vehicles must be domiciled in and operated from a site in the state of Colorado with a large percentage of their travel within the state. Requested vehicles should be owned and operated by the fleet or individual fleet owner applying for funding. In cases where a third-party, who will not operate the vehicles directly, applies for funding, information on ownership of the vehicles must be included with the application materials for consideration. Applicants must operate awarded vehicles per the terms and conditions provided by the state. Applicants are required to provide proof they are currently registered and in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State. Business entities outside of Colorado must review and, where applicable, file a Statement of Foreign Entity Authority (SOFEA) with the Colorado Secretary of State before submitting their application. Requested vehicles must be insured and authorized for use in the state of Colorado. Requested new vehicles must be procured in their original manufactured condition from a retail business or dealership, with no previous ownership. Used and/or demonstration vehicles are not eligible for funding through the Clean Fleet Enterprise. Upon award, applicants must agree to share vehicle operational data with the Clean Fleet Enterprise. Additional information on data collection will be provided on the program webpage. Applicants will be required to provide vehicle information with the Clean Fleet Enterprise. Fleets must notify the Clean Fleet Enterprise ahead of any intent to move awarded vehicles out of Colorado. Application submissions may not include confidential or trade-secret information. If an applicant believes information required to complete the application is confidential or trade-secret, they must prepare a redacted copy for submission and indicate such in the document title. The Clean Fleet Enterprise reserves the right to return applications that include confidential or trade-secret information. For more information, visit DPHE.

The Rose Community Foundation is pleased to announce the Equitable Economic Opportunity and Community Wealth Building. Donor Name: Rose Community Foundation State: Colorado County: Adams County (CO), Arapahoe County (CO), Boulder County (CO), Broomfield County (CO), Denver County (CO), Douglas County (CO), Jefferson County (CO) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/28/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Rose Community Foundation has an open funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations in the Greater Denver region. This grant cycle is intended to support organizations working to close gaps in access and opportunity by increasing financial security, dismantling generational cycles of poverty, and growing assets for individuals and communities furthest from opportunity. Rose Community Foundation particularly interested in supporting organizations that:  serve 80% or more of their populations/individuals earning less than 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (or equivalent)  are scaling existing peer-to-peer programs where people with lived experience are paid to support others experiencing the same or similar challenges  are working on multiple strategies For purposes of this RFP, they seek to fund organizations with a demonstrated capacity and deep focus on:  BIPOC individuals  Immigrants and refugees  Justice-involved individuals  People with disabilities and neuro diverse individuals  Women Funding Information Total funding available: $ 1.5 million.  On average, grants will range from $25,000 – $75,000. Grant Duration Most grant lengths will be one year. Rose Community Foundation interested in proposals  that:  Increase social and financial capital to advance local economic stability. Increase access to capital for individuals, communities, entrepreneurs, and local businesses through mechanisms such as grants and loans, including Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and other alternative financing organizations.  Enhance workforce development, training and job placement for people making up to 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level with a focus on those furthest from opportunity, as defined in this RFP. Support organizations providing workforce programming or training that results in better paying jobs with higher earning potential.  Increase housing affordability for individuals and families that are cost burdened. Navigate and support affordable home ownership or eviction prevention programs for individuals with low incomes. Although they fund in the seven-county Greater Denver region, priority will be given to applications focused on Adams, Arapahoe and Denver counties, or specific neighborhoods in Boulder, Broomfield, Douglas and Jefferson counties with demonstrated need established through data. Eligibility Criteria This opportunity is open to nonprofit organizations, government agencies or fiscally sponsored projects in the seven-county Greater Denver region: Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson counties.  Organizations funded through donor-advised funds or other giving circles at Rose Community Foundation are eligible for this opportunity if other eligibility requirements are met.  Organizations that house endowments at Rose Community Foundation are eligible to apply but, like other applicants, are not guaranteed to receive funding.  Organizations that have multiyear funding from the Foundation or that have received a separate grant from Rose Community Foundation in 2024 are unlikely to receive funding via this opportunity. They ask organizations that think they may still be eligible to reach out to Community Impact team before beginning their application.  For more information, visit Rose Community Foundation.

This program provides funding to commercial property owners and managers in Boulder to create affordable spaces for small businesses, particularly those owned by women and minorities, helping them thrive in the community.

This grant provides financial support to fire districts and departments in rural and mountain areas of Boulder County for equipment, infrastructure, and training improvements to enhance emergency services.