We offer many different loan solutions up to $1M to meet your needs. We will find the right solution to give you the best interest rate and fit your business needs.
 
CEF is dedicated to building businesses, driving economic development, and creating jobs.

Who is Colorado Enterprise Fund?

Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) is a non-profit CDFI small business lender committed to helping entrepreneurs start and grow their business.

 

CEF is Lending with Impact.

Small Business Loan Info
 
Small Business Loans

We fill the gap between mainstream banks and high-interest credit card/payday-type loans.
 

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FREE Business Navigation Services (coaching)

Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the small business world, our business navigators are here to help you succeed.

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 Colorado Small Businesses

8,400+

In Capital Disbursed

$315+ M

Jobs Created or Retained

32,500+

Business Navigation (Coaching) Hours

53,000+

Every Colorado Small Businesses Has a Story to Tell

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Latest News & Blogs

Colorado nonprofit lending helping hand to struggling small businesses
Posted Jan 26, 2025
Posted January 26, 2025 Discover how Rivers and Roads Coffee improved their financial situation after restructuring a fast-cash predatory loan
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Small Business Spotlight: Brian Seyferth & Associates/ Garcia Cocha Engineering
Posted Jan 3, 2025
“With the funding, we were able to put a down payment to acquire the company from Brian Seyferth and become the new owners.” – Lilian Garcia, O
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Small Business Spotlight: Wildflower Studio
Posted Dec 20, 2024
“ I liked that CEF was able to coach me through a lot of the paperwork & requirements for the loan. I don’t think I would have gotten my loan wi
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