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Northwest Catalyst Capital Microloan Fund

Program Details

First Southwest Community Fund is proud to partner with the Northwest Colorado Innovation Center to launch Northwest Catalyst Capital - a microloan fund designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Moffatt, Rio Blanco, and Routt Counties.

Who is eligible?

Entrepreneurs and small businesses in Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt Counties

What can you use the program for?

Loan funds may be used for equipment, vehicles, working capital, inventory, software, IT systems, pre-construction costs, training, certifications, studies, and facility renovations or upgrades. Projects must support job creation.

Funding excludes goods or services that are illegal under federal law (e.g., marijuana, psychedelic mushrooms) and businesses focused solely on products that impact health and morale (e.g., distilleries, tobacco shops, CBD, or liquor stores). Distilleries that serve food may be eligible for partial (prorated) funding.

Loan terms:
  • Loan amount: up to $37,500
  • Interest rate: Just 5%
  • Loan origination fee: 1%
  • Term: 2-4 years
 
 
Join us in person to learn about Northwest Catalyst Capital Microloan Fund offering loans up to $37,500 at a 5% fixed interest rate. Meet with local advisors from the Northwest Colorado Innovation Center, the Small Business Development Center, the Northwest Colorado Development Council and the Routt County Economic Development Partnership for one-on-one business coaching. Attendance is free and open - no sign-up required.
Plus! We'll be giving away a laptop at each event! Must be present to win - drawing at 6pm.
 
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS
Monday, April 27 | 5–7 PM
Routt County Community Room
613 Oak St.
 
CRAIG
Tuesday, April 28 | 5–7 PM
Craig & Moffat Chamber of Commerce, Community Room
775 Yampa Ave., Suite 103
 
MEEKER
Wednesday, April 29 | 5–7 PM
Meeker Business Center, Meeker Town Hall, 2nd floor
345 Market St.
 
 
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