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Colorado Grants
Find grants available to organizations and individuals in Colorado. These include federal grants open to Colorado applicants, state-level funding from Colorado agencies, and foundation grants from funders that serve the Colorado area.
Program providing up to 23 accessibility site assessments and free listing on Wheel The World website for verified accessible travel sites.
Supports lenders providing low-interest loans, interest rate buy-downs, and credit enhancements to fund construction and conversion of new accessory dwelling units across Colorado.
Grant helping teams of Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses and nonprofits develop new large-scale projects.
Grant helping Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses develop and commercialize advanced technologies that will be created or manufactured in Colorado.
Grant helping Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses who want to export or are currently exporting their products and services.
Grant providing funding to Colorado research institutions for applied research in advanced industries and commercialization of products and services in the private sector.
Tax credit encouraging investments in advanced industries businesses by providing tax credits to investors.
Competitive funding for affordable housing development projects. Applicants must submit a Letter of Interest (LOI), Pre-Application, and preliminary budget spreadsheet before submitting a full…
Helps Colorado farms, ranches, and other agricultural businesses provide paid, hands-on training to interns to help them start careers in agriculture. Since 2019, has invested nearly $1.25M…
U.S. Department of Labor initiative aimed at expanding high-quality Registered Apprenticeship programs in advanced manufacturing.
Program commissioning artwork for people to enjoy in publicly accessible areas inside and outside of state buildings.
Destination marketing organization program for the United States working closely with the travel industry to maximize economic and social benefits of travel.
Do-it-yourself program helping communities prepare to become Colorado Creative Districts.
Lending opportunity for social equity licensed cannabis businesses to receive capital to build and improve their current business operations.
Mentorship and funding opportunity for social equity cannabis businesses who have reached critical business development milestones and demonstrated readiness to seek external investments.
Educational program offering vertical-specific content to social equity cannabis businesses at no cost.
Coalition of partners across the state sharing messaging about preserving and protecting Colorado's natural resources.
Credit enhancement helping small and medium-sized businesses in Colorado access loans they would otherwise not get due to insufficient collateral.
Financial assistance for eligible applicants to complete public facilities and infrastructure projects. Eligible activities include acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or…
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of grants are available in Colorado?
- Colorado organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), state government grants administered by Colorado agencies, and private foundation grants from funders that serve Colorado. Common grant areas include education, community development, health services, arts, and small business support.
- How do I find Colorado state government grants?
- Start with your state's grants portal and major agencies. Most Colorado state grants are posted on the state government website or Grants.gov for federal pass-through programs. Contact your Colorado legislators' offices for guidance on state-specific programs, as they often know about funding that isn't widely advertised.
- Are there grants for Colorado small businesses?
- Yes. Colorado small businesses can access SBA federal programs, state economic development grants, and local business assistance programs. Check with your local Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which provides free guidance on Colorado-specific funding opportunities and application assistance.
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