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
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Physical Oceanography
The U.S. National Science Foundation is accepting applications for grants to support physical oceanography research.
FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity: Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) FAA Contract Tower (FCT) Competitive Grant Program
The Airport Improvement Program Discretionary Grants is accepting applications for grants to support contract tower competitive grants.
Biological Oceanography
The U.S. National Science Foundation is accepting applications for grants to support biological oceanography research.
NSF Dynamic Language Infrastructure - NEH Documenting Endangered Languages
The U.S. National Science Foundation is accepting applications for grants to support language infrastructure and documentation.
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.
The UPS Store Small Biz Challenge
The 2026 UPS Store Small Biz Challenge offers entrepreneurs the chance to win a grand prize, including a cash award from the $35,000 prize pool and a spotlight in Inc. magazine.
The Mott Million Dollar Challenge
The Mott Million Dollar Challenge is a national pitch competition offering a share of $1 million in prizes to support innovative, real-world problem-solving ideas created by students in grades K–12.
AAUW Career Development Grants
The AAUW Career Development Grants offer up to $8,000 to help women take the next step in their STEM careers.
Breva Thrive Grant
The Breva Thrive Grant awards $5,000 each quarter to small business owners who are making a measurable difference in their local communities.
Hey Helen Grant
The Hey Helen Grant offers $10,000 in unrestricted funding to support women and nonbinary entrepreneurs building mission-driven, for-profit businesses in the U.S.
2026 Halstead Grant
The 2026 Halstead Grant recognizes emerging silver jewelry artists who show both creative talent and business potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about business grants in Colorado