Colorado Small Business Grants & Funding Programs
Colorado's Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) coordinates state funding programs for small businesses. The state's strong startup ecosystem, particularly in Denver and Boulder, offers additional opportunities.
OEDIT Programs
OEDIT administers various programs including the Advanced Industries Accelerator Grants, AI Accelerator Program, and Rural Jump-Start grants for businesses in rural Colorado communities.
Colorado SBDC Network
The Colorado Small Business Development Center Network provides free consulting and helps businesses access SBA loans, grants, and state funding programs throughout Colorado.
Denver & Boulder Programs
Denver offers the Small Business Investment Fund and various neighborhood programs. Boulder has strong support for technology and climate-focused startups through local initiatives.
Colorado Business Grants
136 grants found
Advanced Industry Investment Tax Credit
This tax credit encourages investments in advanced industries businesses by giving tax credits to investors.
Advanced Industries Export Grant
This grant helps Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses who want to export or are currently exporting.
Advanced Industries Early-Stage Capital and Retention Grant
This grant helps Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses develop and commercialize advanced technologies that will be created or manufactured in Colorado.
Advanced Industries Collaborative Infrastructure Grant
This grant helps teams of Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses and nonprofits develop new large-scale projects.
Accessible Travel Program
Participants in the Accessible Travel Program will receive up to 23 accessibility site assessments and free listing for all Wheel The World Verified sites on the Wheel The World website.
Access to Experts
The Cannabis Business Office is excited to offer a pilot program entitled Access to Experts. Qualifying subject matter experts will provide services in compliance, marketing, and financial consulting at low or no cost to Social Equity Licensee cannabis businesses.
VA GPD Per Diem Only NOFO
The Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program is accepting applications for grants to support per diem only.
VA Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program
The Supportive Services for Veteran Families is accepting applications for grants to support veteran families.
USDA Rural Business Loans & Grants
If your business is located in a rural area, the USDA offers loans, loan guarantees, and grants to help you start, expand, or add value to your business. Funding supports job creation, innovation, farm‑based products, energy upgrades, and more.
SBIR & STTR Innovation Grant Programs
Competitive grant funding from 11 federal agencies. These programs offer free grant money (not loans!) to help small businesses develop and test new products, ideas, or technology.
Yeego Action Grant
Provides up to $2,500 in quick‑response funding for Native artists and culture bearers to cover emergencies, travel, medical hardships, and other artistic needs.
#MomsMeanBusiness
Covers business formation costs for mothers, helping them form an LLC, track expenses, secure a business name, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Colorado