Grant Funding for Rural Entrepreneurs
Every entrepreneur deserves access to the capital resources needed to build a thriving business. In Colorado's rural communities, securing startup and growth funding can be the difference between a dream and a successful enterprise.
First Southwest Community Fund bridges this gap by offering grant funding to qualified rural Colorado entrepreneurs and small business owners who successfully complete select educational workshops.
Earn While You Learn
Our unique approach combines education with funding opportunities:
- Workshop-Based Grants: Complete qualifying workshops to become eligible for grant funding
- Rural-Focused: Designed specifically for entrepreneurs in Colorado's rural communities
- Education-to-Action: Apply what you learn immediately with financial support to implement your business plans
- No Repayment Required: True grant funding—not loans—to help launch or grow your business
"I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to receive a $400 grant. I was able to purchase a new computer, one of my key goals in my business model. My work is based on facilitating online workshops and support spaces for women, and having the right tools doesn't just improve what I do, it brings me closer to my purpose."
How it Works
- Explore Opportunities: Browse our Events Calendar to identify workshops that offer grant funding
- Attend & Complete: Successfully participate in and complete the full workshop program
- Receive Support: Qualified participants receive grant funding to implement their business strategies
Find Grant-Eligible Workshops
Visit our Events Calendar page to view upcoming workshops. Workshop descriptions clearly indicate which programs include grant funding opportunities, along with registration links and program details.