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

9,500+

In Capital Disbursed

$369 M+

Jobs Created or Retained

35,000+

Business Navigation (Coaching) Hours

61,000+

Every Colorado Small Businesses Has a Story to Tell

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Small Business Spotlight: Sitruc MedSpa
Posted Apr 25, 2025
“While working with CEF, I was able to get the education I needed as well as funding my consulting firm and purchase the products I needed to op
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Small Business Spotlight: ABO Labs
Posted Apr 4, 2025
“With the loan from CEF, we were able to purchase the company we were wanting to obtain and had enough that we were also able to pay a year of i
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Small Business Spotlight: Woofie's of Castle Rock
Posted Mar 21, 2025
“CEF wanted to see us succeed and while they required a lot of information to approve the lending, they were supportive and helpful throughout t
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