Colorado Loans to Increase Mainstreet Business Economic Resiliency

Small Business Owners

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Lenders, CDFIs,
Credit Unions, and
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Program Overview

The CLIMBER (Colorado Loans to Increase Mainstreet Business Economic Resiliency) Loan Fund is a statewide program that provides working capital loans to Colorado small businesses. It promotes small business growth, saves jobs, and helps support the Colorado economy.

Lenders, CDFIs, credit unions, and nonprofit lenders can participate and provide loans for their small business customers needing financial assistance.

Small businesses with up to 99 employees may apply for working capital loans between $10,000 and $500,000. Below-market interest rates and a 3-month deferred payment option, and up to 12 months with Program Manager approval.

Program Impact

CLIMBER provides working capital to qualifying Colorado small businesses across the state. All 64 counties are eligible to receive funds, with attention to distressed and underserved regions.