We provide access to capital for
CEF is a nonprofit CDFI small business lender creating impact for underserved Colorado entrepreneurs and communities. We provide access to capital for small businesses that don’t qualify for traditional financing guidelines.
CEF helps small businesses that don’t meet traditional financing guidelines with loans up to $1M including SBA 7(a) & micro loans.
We can usually work with borrowers who have:
Lower credit score
Tighter cash flow
A start-up business
Limited Collateral
Lending with Impact
CEF is dedicated to building businesses, driving economic development, and creating jobs.
Business Navigation
CEF provides FREE Business Navigation services (coaching and education) throughout the life of the loan to help your business be successful.
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Banker & Partner Referral
We help fill the gap between conventional lenders and high-interest credit cards/payday-type loans. We are allies, joining forces with financial institutions and other organizations to help entrepreneurs get the capital they need for their businesses.
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