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View complete bundle 10 cities and 150 grant pagesLast Reviewed: July 2026 | Updated Monthly
Colorado Business Grants by City and Industry
Explore local grant pages for Colorado businesses, including funding paths for technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and more.
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Featured Funding Opportunities
Active public subsidies and capital programs available for businesses operating in Colorado:
Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit (JGITC)
Tax credit equal to 50% of FICA paidProvided by: OEDIT | Type: Tax Credit
This is Colorado's main incentive for corporate relocation and expansion. It provides a state income tax credit equal to 50% of the FICA (Social Security/Medicare) taxes paid by the employer on net new jobs. The incentive period lasts for 8 years, making it highly valuable for long-term growth.
Official PortalAdvanced Industries (AI) Accelerator Grant
Grants up to $250,000 (Early Stage)Provided by: OEDIT | Type: Grant
The AI Grant is the "holy grail" for Colorado tech startups. It provides non-dilutive capital to help early-stage companies commercialize technologies. There are three types: Proof of Concept ($15k), Early Stage Capital ($250k), and Infrastructure ($500k+). Winning provides huge validation.
Official PortalStrategic Fund Job Growth Incentive
Cash grant ($2,500 - $5,000 per job)Provided by: OEDIT | Type: Grant
This is the cash alternative to the JGITC. If a company doesn't have enough tax liability to use tax credits, they can opt for this cash grant instead. It pays a fixed amount per new job created over a 5-year period. It requires a 1:1 local match from the city/county.
Official PortalBrowse Colorado grant pages by city
Start with major local markets such as Denver, Arvada, Aurora, Boulder, then choose the industry page that matches your business.
Denver
15 city-industry grant pages
Arvada
15 city-industry grant pages
Aurora
15 city-industry grant pages
Boulder
15 city-industry grant pages
Colorado Springs
15 city-industry grant pages
Fort Collins
15 city-industry grant pages
Lakewood
15 city-industry grant pages
Pueblo
15 city-industry grant pages
Thornton
15 city-industry grant pages
Westminster
15 city-industry grant pages
Popular Colorado industry grant pages
Technology Startups in DenverAgriculture and Farming in DenverManufacturing in DenverHealthcare and Medical in DenverClean Tech and Energy in DenverWomen-Owned Businesses in DenverRestaurants and Hospitality in DenverRetail and Main Street in DenverNon-profits and Social Enterprises in DenverVeteran-Owned Businesses in DenverMinority and BIPOC Founders in DenverArts and Entertainment in Denver