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We believe everyone should be able to access the capital needed to build their small business dream

Over 49% of CEF’s small business loans are for minority-owned businesses and 48% are women-owned businesses. CEF is proud to serve such a diverse group of entrepreneurs from a wide range of backgrounds. We consider a business as minority-owned if 51% of the business is owned by individuals who are:  
  • Women 
  • Black/African American
  • Asian/AAPI
  • Hispanic/Latino  
  • Indigenous/Native American/American Indian or Alaskan Native

CEF provides flexible, low-barrier loans to be used for working capital, equipment, inventory, business purchase, property improvements, and more. We offer more specialized loan solutions with different terms and rates established with partners to help make capital even more accessible.

Our goal is to help increase the number of minority-owned small businesses and encourage the minority based population in Colorado to find confidence in reaching their goals in a small business loan.

CEF is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) which has been dedicated to building businesses, driving community development, and creating jobs for over 45 years.

Loan Details
Loans: $10K up to $1M 
Terms: Up to 10 years

 Rate: Fixed

Flexible Underwriting
Free Business Navigation Services 
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Contact us today to get started with a Loan Officer who will work with you to build a loan that works for your small business.

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More Than Just a Loan: 

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Funding can take you so far... our business navigators can help take you further! Our team is here to help ensure your small business success. Get help with topics like:

  • Business Planning
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Cashflow and Profitability
  • Post-COVID Reopening and Marketing Strategy 
  • And More!
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