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equity

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  • Incubators & Accelerators

    2Gether-International

    One billion people have a disability, making disabled people the largest minority in the world and the only one you can instantly become a part of. This…

    National · 2gether-international.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Access Gallery Colorado

    Access Gallery is an inclusive nonprofit organization that engages the community by opening doors to creative, educational and economic opportunities for…

    Denver County · accessgallery.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Access Mode

    Access Mode is a non-profit organization designed with underrepresented Black, Latino, Asian American and Pacific Islander tech Founders in mind. Our mission…

    Denver County · accessmode.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Accion Opportunity Fund

    Accion Opportunity Fund is a leading national provider of affordable loans, educational resources, coaching, and thriving networks for underserved small…

    National · aofund.org

  • Policy & Advocacy

    ACLU of Colorado

    The ACLU of Colorado is the state’s oldest and largest civil rights organization. We’re a private institution funded exclusively by the generous donations of…

    Denver County · aclu-co.org

  • Fellowships

    Acumen Fellowship

    A transformative, cohort-based leadership program for extraordinary individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to solving problems of poverty.

    Statewide · acumenacademy.org

  • Venture Capital & Corporate VC

    Adaptation Ventures

    Adaptation Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in next-generation companies building disability, neurodivergence and health technology…

    Statewide · adaptation.vc

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Advocacy and Justice With Communities of Color

    The Advocacy and Justice with Communities of Color funding opportunity aims to build power in the advocacy ecosystem with organizations led by or centered on…

    Denver County · coloradohealth.org

  • Industry Associations

    African American Trade Association (AATA)

    The African American Trade Association (AATA) is a leading workforce development organization dedicated to expanding access to career opportunities in skilled…

    Denver County · aatrade.org

  • Strategy, Growth & Operations

    AidKit

    Accessing aid and public benefits shouldn’t be frustrating, inefficient, or dehumanizing—but too often, it is. Complex applications, long wait times, and…

    Denver County · aidkit.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    AIR Opportunity Fund

    The AIR Opportunity Fund invests in innovative research and bold solutions to expand opportunities for all. Backed by a $225 million commitment from AIR, we…

    Statewide · air.org

  • Job Sources

    AISES Career Hub

    AISES is a national, nonprofit organization focused on substantially increasing the representation of American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians…

    National · careers.aises.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    All Tech Is Human (ATIH)

    All Tech Is Human is collectively solving complex tech and society issues by uniting key stakeholders in the community to better understand values, best…

    Statewide · alltechishuman.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Alleviate Foundation

    The Alleviate Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit closing the digital capacity gap for nonprofits and civil society organizations with limited…

    National · alleviatefoundation.org

  • Industry Associations

    Alliance Colorado

    Alliance is a nonprofit, statewide association comprised of Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) case management and provider agencies, businesses…

    Denver County · alliancecolorado.org

  • Conference or Summit

    Alliance Summit

    In its 19th year, the Alliance Summit returns on September 10, 2026 with a focus on Fueling Our Economy—exploring how public wealth, local assets, and…

    La Plata County · yeslpc.com

  • Industry Associations

    ALPFA Denver

    ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals For America) strengthens the fabric of America. As we grow in impact, everyone wins. We bridge America’s Latinos and…

    Denver County · alpfa.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    Another Round, Another Rally

    Another Round, Another Rally is a nonprofit financial resource for the hospitality industry. We provide reimbursement grants and immersive educational…

    National · anotherroundanotherrally.org

  • Conference or Summit

    Aspen Institute

    The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Founded in 1949, the Institute drives change…

    National · aspeninstitute.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    B:Side Capital

    As a Certified Development Company and Lender Service Provider, B:Side Capital is committed to serving lending partners in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and…

    Statewide · bsidecapital.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    B:Side Fund

    As a Certified Development Company and Lender Service Provider, B:Side Capital is committed to serving lending partners in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and…

    Statewide · bsidefund.org

  • Industry Associations

    Black Business Association (BBA)

    Founded in 1970, the Black Business Association (BBA), headquartered in Los Angeles, the oldest active ethnic business support organization in the state of…

    National · bbala.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Black Connect

    Black Connect is a growing national nonprofit business and entrepreneur center that is dedicated to eliminating the racial wealth gap facing Black Americans.…

    National · blackconnect.org

  • Universities

    Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR)

    Black Corporate Board Readiness (BCBR) accelerates the representation of qualified Black leaders in corporate governance. BCBR welcomes executives from all…

    National · scu.edu

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Black Economic Success Trust (B.E.S.T.)

    Our mission is to empower Colorado's Black community by providing essential support to Black-led nonprofits, Black-owned businesses, professionals, and Youth.…

    Arapahoe County · bestsuccesssummit.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Black Enterprise

    Black Enterprise (BE), your ultimate guide to financial empowerment, is the premier business, investing, and wealth-building resource for African Americans.…

    Statewide · blackenterprise.com

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Black Founders

    Black Founders is creating an ecosystem that stimulates tech entrepreneurship and fosters economic growth. We develop global programs that equip entrepreneurs…

    Statewide · blackfounders.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Black Resilience in Colorado Fund (BRIC)

    Black history details ongoing struggles, systemic inequalities, racial injustices, and oppression. But also illustrates generational strength, resourcefulness…

    Denver County · bricfund.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Black Squirrel Economic Alliance (BSEA)

    The Black Squirrel Economic Alliance (BSEA) is building a more equitable economy by investing in the people and communities that have historically been…

    National · bsealliance.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Black Women in Venture Capital (BWiVC)

    Black Women in Venture Capital (BWiVC) is a private community of Black women investment professionals at every stage of their career. From Analyst to General…

    Statewide · bwivc.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Blerd CO (Black Nerds in Colorado)

    Blerd CO is where black nerds ("blerds") come to get advice, start something, advance their career, and teach what they know. We're here to inform and help…

    Denver County · meetup.com

  • Legal & IP

    Blue Dot Advocates

    Blue Dot Advocates, PBC (a public benefit cooperative) is a law firm that for almost a decade has focused on impact investing, social enterprise, and building…

    Larimer County · bluedotlaw.com

  • Fellowships

    Bonfils-Stanton Foundation

    Bonfils-Stanton Foundation strategically provides grants and fellowships to advance the arts and inspire creative leadership in Denver. Our foundation is…

    Denver County · bonfils-stantonfoundation.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Bossed Up

    Bossed Up was founded in Washington, DC in 2013 after our founder, Emilie, found herself completely burnt out from working as a grassroots organizer and…

    Denver County · bossedup.org

  • Podcasts & Radio

    Bossed Up Podcast

    Bossed Up was founded in Washington, DC in 2013 after our founder, Emilie, found herself completely burnt out from working as a grassroots organizer and…

    Denver County · bossedup.org

  • Bootcamps

    Breakthrough

    Breakthrough Alliance of Colorado is a 501c3 non-profit organization that transforms the lives of people with criminal histories and the community’s perception…

    Denver County · timetobreakthrough.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Buell Early Childhood Leaders Network

    The Buell Early Childhood Leaders Network is a collaborative network of Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program Alumni. We believe effective leadership is…

    Statewide · buellecleadersnetwork.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    CAEL (Council for Adult and Experiential Learning)

    CAEL (Council for Adult and Experiential Learning) is a national, nonprofit membership organization that supports the creation of education-to-career pathways…

    National · cael.org

  • Fellowships

    Camelback Ventures

    Camelback Ventures aims to diversify social innovation, by giving early-stage entrepreneurs from underinvested communities access to the tools they need to be…

    National · camelbackventures.org

  • Universities & Research

    Center for Black Entrepreneurship (CBE)

    The Black Economic Alliance Foundation, Spelman College, and Morehouse College have partnered to develop the Center for Black Entrepreneurship (CBE) to…

    National · cbecenter.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Center for Community Wealth (CFCW)

    We work to transform the current economic development system to a more inclusive and equitable model that prioritizes democratically-owned businesses…

    Denver County · communitywealth.org

  • Apprenticeships

    Center for Justice & Economic Advancement

    The Center for Justice & Economic Advancement at Jobs for the Future (JFF) partners with employers, education and training providers, corrections agencies, and…

    National · jff.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Central Mountain Ascent

    Central Mountain Entrepreneurs is a startup community committed to building equitable, sustainable economic development through collaboration and continuous…

    Chaffee County · drivenbynature.co

  • Universities & Research

    Centre for Social Innovation (CSI)

    CSI catalyzes, inspires and supports people to create, develop, adopt and integrate new and renewed concepts and practices that put people and planet first. We…

    Statewide · socialinnovation.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Cleantech Open (CTO)

    Since 2005 Cleantech Open (CTO) has trained over 4,000 entrepreneurs from 2,100+ early-stage clean technology startups through its annual business accelerator.…

    National · cleantechopen.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Co<div> (Colorado Diversity in Tech)

    We are a community bringing diversity and inclusion to technology in Colorado. The Colorado Technology landscape has so many great groups and organizations…

    Denver County · meetup.com

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Collective Economics Innovation Hub (CEIH)

    Rising in the heart of Denver's historic Five Points neighborhood, the Collective Economics Innovation Hub (CEIH) will be a bold new center for building…

    Denver County · communitywealth.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Colorado Access Foundation

    In fall of 2021, Colorado Access established the Colorado Access Foundation to advance health equity using a long-term, focused, and strategic approach. As the…

    Denver County · coaccessfoundation.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC)

    Colorado has a long, rich history of African American owned businesses. This history is best exhibited by Denver’s Five Points community. Five Points became a…

    Denver County · cbcc.biz

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Colorado Center on Law and Policy (CCLP)

    Colorado Center on Law and Policy is an antipoverty organization advancing the rights of every Coloradan. CCLP is a non-partisan, nonprofit advocacy…

    Denver County · copolicy.org

  • Government

    Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs (CCIA)

    The Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs (CCIA) is located in the Lt. Governor's Office. Our office serves as the official liaison between the State of…

    Denver County · ccia.colorado.gov

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC)

    The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, or CCDC, is Colorado’s premier disability rights advocacy organization. We are run by and for people with…

    Statewide · ccdconline.org

  • Product Development & Design

    Colorado Design Insight Group (CDIG)

    Colorado Design Insight Group (CDIG) connects organizations with Colorado Community members to co-design solutions that work for everyone. From identifying…

    Statewide · cdig.org

  • Universities & Research

    Colorado Disproportionate Impact Indicator (CODI)

    The Colorado Disproportionate Impact Indicator (or CODI Indicator) is a resource developed through a partnership of the Colorado Energy Foundation and the…

    Boulder County · coloradofuturescsu.org

  • Banks & CDFIs

    Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF)

    Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) is a non-profit CDFI small business lender committed to helping undercapitalized entrepreneurs start or grow their business. CEF…

    Denver County · coloradoenterprisefund.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA)

    Created in 1973 by the Colorado General Assembly, CHFA strengthens communities by making loans to low-and moderate-income homebuyers, affordable multifamily…

    Denver County · chfainfo.com

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Colorado Housing Enterprises (CRHDC)

    CRHDC provides pathways to housing resources and asset-building opportunities. We do this through innovative approaches in providing sustainable and affordable…

    Adams County · crhdc.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Colorado Inclusive Economy

    Colorado Inclusive Economy is a statewide movement of design, intent, and action led by CEOs and leaders. We support leaders through regular facilitation, an…

    Denver County · inclusiveeconomy.us

  • Legal & IP

    Colorado Legal Services

    Colorado Legal Services is Colorado’s statewide nonprofit legal aid program providing civil legal assistance—which does not include criminal or traffic…

    Denver County · coloradolegalservices.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Colorado LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce

    The Colorado LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce was originally called the Colorado Business Council, which was founded in 1992, an extremely turbulent year for…

    Denver County · colgbtqcc.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce (CNDCC)

    Welcome to the Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce (CNDCC) – a registered 501(c)(6) Non-Charitable Membership organization, passionately committed to…

    Denver County · cndcc.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    Colorado Opportunity Zone Program

    The Opportunity Zone program is a federal incentive that encourages long-term private investments in designated low-income communities by giving investors tax…

    Statewide · oedit.colorado.gov

  • Apprenticeships

    Colorado RISE Fund

    Over the last few years, Colorado has taken major steps to ensure that every student in Colorado graduates with the skills and credentials they need to be…

    Statewide · governorsoffice.colorado.gov

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Colorado Rural Schools Alliance (CRSA)

    The Colorado Rural Schools Alliance (CRSA) serves as the unified voice for rural education in Colorado, advocating for equitable resources, innovative…

    Statewide · coruralalliance.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Colorado Society of CPAs (COCPA)

    The COCPA helps people thrive personally and professionally through service and connection. We’re here to make a difference for our members and the Colorado…

    Arapahoe County · cocpa.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber

    Welcome to the Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber – Hispanic Chamber Economic Development Partnership, where opportunity, innovation, and community come…

    El Paso County · cshispanicchamber.com

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    Colorado Startup Loan Fund

    The Colorado Startup Loan Fund provides loan capital coupled with comprehensive Technical Assistance to mission-based lenders. These lenders, in turn, provide…

    Statewide · oedit.colorado.gov

  • Universities & Research

    Colorado State Innovation Model (SIM)

    The Colorado State Innovation Model (SIM) helps primary care practice sites and bidirectional health homes integrate behavioral health and primary care and…

    Denver County · coloradohealthinstitute.org

  • Government

    Colorado State Rehabilitation Council

    The Colorado State Rehabilitation Council reviews, analyzes, advises, and partners with Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation to effectively deliver…

    Statewide · dvr.colorado.gov

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Colorado Women’s Education Foundation (CWEF)

    Colorado Women's Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to Colorado women age 25 years and older. These women, usually…

    Boulder County · cwef.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Community Foundation Boulder County

    Since 1991, Community Foundation Boulder County has worked with donors, nonprofits, civic leaders, and community members to meet the evolving needs of our…

    Boulder County · commfound.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    CORI Innovation Fund (CIF)

    The Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) launched the CORI Innovation Fund (CIF) to enhance entrepreneurial equity in America through investing in tech startup…

    Statewide · corifund.com

  • Workforce Development

    CrossPurpose

    CrossPurpose is a career development nonprofit that helps people move from poverty to prosperity through career training, employment, and holistic support. We…

    Denver County · crosspurpose.org

  • Conference or Summit

    CSU First-Generation Business Summit

    College is a transformative experience that can power your personal and professional growth. But is it the right fit for your goals? Get a taste of the college…

    Larimer County · biz.colostate.edu

  • Pitch Competitions

    Cultivate Small Business (CSB)

    Santander’s award-winning Cultivate Small Business (CSB) helps early-stage entrepreneurs build and sustain businesses in the food industry, with a focus on…

    Statewide · icic.org

  • Mental Health & Coaching

    Cultivating Joy Consulting

    At Cultivating Joy Consulting, I help organizations navigate conflict, change, and transformation with a focus on restorative solutions, equity, and…

    Larimer County · cultivatingjoy.co

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    David + Laura Merage Foundation

    The David & Laura Merage Foundation creates opportunities for future generations through venture philanthropy by investing in initiatives, organizations, and…

    Arapahoe County · davidlaurameragefoundation.org

  • Policy & Advocacy

    Democracy at Work Institute

    The Democracy at Work Institute expands the promise of cooperative business ownership to reach those communities most directly affected by social and economic…

    National · institute.coop

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO)

    Denver Economic Development and Opportunity (DEDO) is creating an economy that works for everyone. We work to ensure the success of Denver’s economy is shared…

    Denver County · denvergov.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation

    The Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation, an affiliate of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, has been Colorado’s premier leadership organization since…

    Denver County · denverchamber.org

  • Scholarships

    Denver Scholarship Foundation

    Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF) is a nonprofit helping to make college possible and building the educational and economic future of Denver by collaborating…

    Denver County · denverscholarship.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Disability:IN

    Disability:IN is the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide. Disability:IN partners with leading companies and drives progress…

    National · disabilityin.org

  • Industry Associations

    Diverse Investing Collective

    The Diverse Investing Collective is a measurement-driven organization focused on shifting the paradigm of who controls capital. Founded by experts in finance…

    National · diverseinvestingcollective.com

  • Communities & Spaces

    DivInc

    On a mission to cultivate economic momentum through community. By staying laser-focused on building programs and infrastructure that remove barriers to…

    National · divinc.org

  • Banks & CDFIs

    DreamSpring

    DreamSpring is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lender dedicated to accelerating the…

    National · dreamspring.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Echoing Green

    Echoing Green identifies tomorrow’s transformational leaders today. Through its Fellowships and other initiatives, Echoing Green spots emerging leaders and…

    Statewide · echoinggreen.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    EforAll Business Accelerator

    EforAll is an innovative nonprofit that partners with communities nationwide to help under-represented individuals successfully start and grow their businesses…

    Boulder County · eforall.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Elevated Denver

    Elevated Denver is a community-driven nonprofit addressing homelessness by putting power in the hands of those with lived expertise to design highly…

    Denver County · elevateddenver.co

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Emily Griffith Foundation

    Emily Griffith exists at the intersection of equity, education, economic mobility, and opportunity. The economic growth of this region has left many behind.…

    Denver County · egfoundation.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Entrepreneurs Across Borders

    Rooted in the belief that entrepreneurship is the quickest way to create economic uplift, Entrepreneurs Across Borders (EAB) is a relationship-centered…

    Statewide · eaborders.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Female Founders Alliance (FFA)

    The Female Founders Alliance started in 2017 as a small group of female founders with a shared commitment to supporting one another. Today, more than five…

    National · femalefounders.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    First Southwest Community Fund (FSWCF)

    First Southwest Community Fund provides inclusive and equitable access to capital through a range of innovative programs for rural Colorado entrepreneurs and…

    Alamosa County · fswcf.org

  • Universities & Research

    Flamboyan Foundation

    Many challenges surround efforts to improve outcomes for kids: systemic inequity, poverty, and scarce resources. In the face of such daunting barriers, it is…

    National · flamboyanfoundation.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Formation Ventures

    We accelerate emerging Black entrepreneurs as they explore, connect, launch, and grow their visions into wealth-building ventures.

    National · formation.ventures

  • Economic Development

    Fourth Economy

    Fourth Economy helps communities and organizations create strategic, equitable, and resilient futures. We help foster innovation, sustainability, and inclusive…

    National · fourtheconomy.com

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    FourthWave

    FourthWave, Inc. is a leading accelerator for female tech entrepreneurs. We are committed to changing the narrative around gender equity, and a core part of…

    Statewide · fourthwave.io

  • Angel Networks

    Gaingels

    Gaingels is one of the largest, most diverse, and most active venture investment communities, and we are dedicated to showing the world that equity of access…

    National · gaingels.com

  • Job Sources

    Gaingels Jobs

    Gaingels is one of the largest, most diverse, and most active venture investment communities, and we are dedicated to showing the world that equity of access…

    National · jobs.gaingels.com

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    Galaxy Grants

    Galaxy of Stars is a project of Hidden Star, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a proud history of over nine years supporting underrepresented…

    Statewide · galaxyofstars.org

  • Venture Capital & Corporate VC

    Ganas Ventures

    Ganas Ventures is a leading Latina-led VC fund investing in early-stage startups across the US and Latin America. Rooted in community, we back founders with…

    National · ganas.vc

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Gap Loan Revolving Fund

    The Denver Microlending Program provides capital and support services to small businesses and entrepreneurs who lack access to traditional financial resources.…

    Denver County · denvergov.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Gary Community Ventures

    Gary Community Ventures is an impermanent philanthropic organization committed to using all of its resources by 2035 to transform systems and build wealth for…

    Denver County · garycommunity.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Gates Family Foundation

    The Gates Family Foundation is committed to advancing long-term quality of life for all Coloradans, through support for educational equity, vibrant and…

    Denver County · gatesfamilyfoundation.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    GitLab Foundation

    GitLab Foundation is a growing global philanthropy focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities to grow their lifetime earnings through…

    Statewide · gitlabfoundation.org

  • Programs

    Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    We provide entrepreneurs around the world with business management education, mentoring, networking, and access to capital. We provide the education…

    Statewide · goldmansachs.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Greenline Ventures

    Greenline Ventures ("Greenline"​) is an impact-focused investment management firm that specializes in providing creative and flexible capital to underserved…

    Denver County · greenlineventures.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Heading for Change

    Heading for Change is a donor-advised fund (DAF) launched with a $1MM endowment by Suzanne Biegel and Dani Maskit to make catalytic investments and grants that…

    Statewide · headingforchange.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    HerRise MicroGrant

    The HerRise MicroGrant, providing $1,000 each month, is available to under-resourced women, including women of color entrepreneurs, across a variety of…

    Statewide · hersuitespot.com

  • Programs

    High School New Venture Challenge (HSNVC)

    HSNVC is specifically designed to bring entrepreneurial learning and innovative mindsets to high school students across Colorado, with a particular focus on…

    Boulder County · colorado.edu

  • Industry Associations

    Hispanic Association of Small Businesses (HASB)

    The H.A.S.B. was established in 2014 as a nonprofit corporation. We aim to provide Hispanic and other minority owned businesses, or aspiring business owners…

    Statewide · hasb.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Huajatolla Heritage Foundation

    Living in the shadow of the majestic Huajatollas (Spanish Peaks), we promote cultural equity and preserve our region’s rich heritage. We do this through the…

    Huerfano County · huajatollaheritage.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    Hustler’s MicroGrant

    Entrepreneurs are launching businesses at record rates across the United States, yet access to early-stage capital remains one of the greatest barriers to…

    Statewide · hersuitespot.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Impact Development Fund

    Impact Development Fund’s mission is to help people within our underserved communities seek fulfillment for themselves and their families by providing access…

    Larimer County · impactdf.org

  • Fellowships

    Included VC

    Included VC is a Fellowship for individuals from diverse communities which are often overlooked or excluded, providing access, opportunity and knowledge into…

    Statewide · included.vc

  • Communities & Spaces

    Intentionalist

    Intentionalist makes it easy to find and support local small businesses and the diverse people behind them through everyday decisions about where we eat…

    Statewide · intentionalist.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    JFFVentures (JFFV)

    JFFVentures (JFFV) is the nation’s leading impact venture fund specializing exclusively on emerging future of work and workforce development technologies…

    National · jffventures.vc

  • SBDCs & Other Support

    Job Accommodation Network (JAN)

    The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment…

    National · askjan.org

  • Mental Health & Coaching

    Justice Oriented Leadership

    Justice Oriented Leadership works with entrepreneurs, coaches, nonprofits & businesses to create inclusive, compassionate, and human-centered organizational…

    Delta County · justiceorientedleadership.com

  • Venture Capital & Corporate VC

    Kapor Capital

    At Kapor Capital, we invest in seed stage startups that close gaps of access, expand economic opportunity and make a positive impact in our society and the…

    National · kaporcapital.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Kenneth King Foundation

    Our mission is to create opportunity for Coloradans to reach their fullest potential for self-sufficiency through access to entrepreneurship, meaningful…

    Denver County · kennethkingfoundation.org

  • Crowdfunding

    Kiva

    Kiva expands financial access to help underserved communities thrive. An international non-profit, we serve the financially excluded, especially underbanked…

    National · kiva.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Kiva Colorado

    Our mission is to stimulate the creation, prosperity, and economic welfare of diverse small businesses creating sustainable, living-wage jobs within their…

    Statewide · prairierosedevelopment.org

  • Universities & Research

    LabStart

    LabStart is building accessible pathways for underinvested entrepreneurs to bring climate technologies from lab to market. A trove of valuable, scalable…

    National · labstart.co

  • Communities & Spaces

    Ladies Who Launch

    From our grassroots beginnings in 2013 to an official in 501(c)3, the mission of Ladies Who Launch has always been the same: to provide tactical support…

    National · ladieswholaunch.org

  • Scholarships

    Latin American Educational Foundation (LAEF)

    We invest in the promise of Colorado Latino students through scholarships, educational opportunities, and community partnerships so they can achieve their…

    Denver County · laefcolorado.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Latina Professionals

    Latina Professionals is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, which was first launched in 2017 with a clear mission and objective to empower and support all Latinas in…

    National · latinaprofessionals.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Latinas First Foundation

    Established in 2011 by Co Founders Juanita Chacon and Meshach Rhoades, the Latinas First Foundation was created to provide a critical network and support for…

    Denver County · latinasfirst.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Latinas in Tech (LiT)

    LiT is a global platform where tech professionals build the confidence, connections, and career momentum to thrive in today's fast-moving tech world. Since…

    National · latinasintech.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Latinas Think Big

    Latinas Think Big is an award-winning network and career platform, building a global society of prosperous women. We galvanize the big ideas, careers and…

    Statewide · latinasthinkbig.com

  • Industry Associations

    Latino Business Action Network (LBAN)

    LBAN is a Silicon Valley-based nonprofit growing the U.S. economy by empowering entrepreneurship nationwide. We support entrepreneurs and the ecosystems around…

    National · lban.us

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Latino Chamber of Boulder County

    The Latino Chamber of Commerce is the bridging gap between Latino and non-Latino businesses. At the Latino Chamber, we are “Connecting Cultures and Communities…

    Boulder County · latinochamberco.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Latino Chamber of Commerce

    The Latino Chamber of Commerce is the bridging gap between Latino and non-Latino businesses. At the Latino Chamber, we are “Connecting Cultures and Communities…

    Boulder County · latinochamberco.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo

    Since 1979, the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo has served as a catalyst for economic growth, business development, and community advancement throughout…

    Pueblo County · pueblolatinochamber.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC)

    The Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC) is a state-based philanthropic foundation—led by Latinos and for Latinos. We pursue civic, economic, and…

    Denver County · latinocfc.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC)

    LEDC catalyzes economic advancement of Latinos and local communities by bridging the gap to capital and resources to achieve financial prosperity.

    National · ledcmetro.org

  • Industry Associations

    Latino Leadership Institute (LLI)

    The Latino Leadership Institute (LLI) advances Latinos to positions of influence and power through cross-sector leadership development, entrepreneurship…

    Denver County · latinoslead.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Latino Professionals

    As a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we at Latino Professionals are dedicated to empowering Latinos to reach their full potential. Since our launch…

    National · latinoprofessionals.com

  • Mental Health & Coaching

    Latinx Therapist Project

    We are a nonprofit organization created and run by latinx therapists on a mission to increase mental health care providers serving the Latinx Spanish speaking…

    Denver County · latinxtherapistproject.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    LEAF Fund

    LEAF is a nonprofit community loan fund for cooperatives and underserved small businesses. LEAF provides culturally competent technical assistance (TA) and…

    National · leaffund.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)

    Founded in 1929, the mission of the League of United Latin American Citizens is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence…

    National · lulac.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Lean In Latinas

    We are a volunteer-led nonprofit committed to empowering Latina women to close the gender wage gap. Through mentorship, education, and a strong network of…

    National · leaninlatinas.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    Lendistry Colorado Startup Loan Fund

    Lendistry is an approved lender of the Colorado Startup Loan Fund program which provides loans designed for underserved Colorado startup and small businesses…

    Statewide · lendistry.com

  • Mental Health & Coaching

    Mental Health Colorado

    Mental Health Colorado is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to pass laws, change practices, and build a movement—to promote healthier minds across…

    Denver County · mentalhealthcolorado.org

  • SBDCs & Other Support

    Mi Casa Women’s Business Center (MCRC)

    Mi Casa Resource Center (MCRC) is committed to creating pathways to opportunity for low-income and underserved individuals. For more than 47 years, we have…

    Denver County · micasaresourcecenter.org

  • Universities & Research

    Milken Institute

    The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life. With a focus on…

    National · milkeninstitute.org

  • Strategy, Growth & Operations

    Monarca Group

    We are a multilingual, multicultural sustainability consulting firm dedicated to making sustainability accessible and inclusive. We bridge the gap between…

    Weld County · monarcagroupco.com

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator

    The Moosejaw Outdoor Accelerator is a competitive business accelerator program aimed at boosting startup companies and increasing diversity in the outdoor…

    Gunnison County · gunnisoncrestedbutte.com

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Morgan Stanley Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures

    We provide early-stage innovators with access to capital and resources to help them develop and scale. Our mission is to catalyze innovation and impact by…

    Statewide · morganstanley.com

  • Industry Associations

    National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)

    Established in 1970, the National Black MBA Association is dedicated to develop partnerships that result in the creation of intellectual and economic wealth in…

    National · nbmbaa.org

  • Programs

    National Equity Project

    We work at the intersection of strategy, leadership development, and systems change to help education leaders navigate complexity, build adaptive capacity, and…

    National · nationalequityproject.org

  • Policy & Advocacy

    National Women's Law Center (NWLC)

    The National Women's Law Center is a non-profit organization that has been working since 1972 to advance and protect women's legal rights. The Center focuses…

    National · nwlc.org

  • Conference or Summit

    NCWIT

    NCWIT widens participation in the technology ecosystem through innovative programs and research. This thriving community of more than 1,600 change leader…

    Boulder County · ncwit.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Network Coffee House

    Network is a hospitality house and resource navigation center for the growing community of folks who have previously, and are currently experiencing…

    Denver County · networkcoffeehouse.org

  • Bootcamps

    Neurodiversity Works

    Neurodiversity is another category of diversity. Organizations describe neurodiversity as a category of diversity, like race and gender, which seeks to embrace…

    Denver County · neurodiversityworks.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    New Profit

    New Profit is a venture philanthropy organization that backs social entrepreneurs who are expanding access and opportunity in America. New Profit exists to…

    National · newprofit.org

  • Angel Networks

    Next Wave Impact

    One of the driving goals of Next Wave Impact is to increase diversity in angel investing and high growth entrepreneurship. Our first pilot programs sought to…

    Denver County · nextwaveimpact.com

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Northern Colorado Financial Sector Partnership

    Our Mission is to empower individuals and organizations to achieve financial independence and success in Northern Colorado communities we serve. We promote…

    Larimer County · nocofsp.com

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Official Black Wall Street (OBWS)

    Official Black Wall Street was founded in 2015 by award-winning entrepreneur Mandy Bowman. Inspired by the legacy of Tulsa’s original Black Wall Street and…

    Statewide · obws.com

  • Policy & Advocacy

    One Colorado

    One Colorado is the state’s leading advocacy organization dedicated to advancing equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQIA+)…

    Denver County · one-colorado.org

  • Universities & Research

    Pahara Institute at Lone Rock

    The Pahara Institute at Lone Rock’s mission is to strengthen and sustain values-driven leaders who are transforming public education so that every child is…

    Statewide · pahara.org

  • Scholarships

    Peak Education

    We are college and career readiness experts. In response to a drive-by shooting in 1997 that left two Harrison School District students dead and two others…

    El Paso County · peakedu.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Prosperity Denver Fund

    As an organization, Prosperity Denver Fund is dedicated to making college education affordable and accessible for high school students in Denver. Through our…

    Denver County · prosperitydenverfund.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Pueblo Food Project

    Pueblo Food Project is a community led coalition that helps create a more vibrant, nutritious and equitable food system for every eater in Pueblo County.

    Pueblo County · pueblofoodproject.org

  • Industry Associations

    Recreate Responsibly Coalition

    The Recreate Responsibly Coalition aspires for everyone to have a holistic outdoor experience by advancing all aspects of responsible recreation: keeping…

    Statewide · recreateresponsibly.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    REI Co-op's Path Ahead Ventures

    REI Co-op's Path Ahead Ventures offers full-spectrum support to startups owned and led by Black, Indigenous, Latina/o/x and Asian American and Pacific Islander…

    Statewide · rei.com

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Center (RMEOC)

    At the Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Center (RMEOC), we believe in building an economy that works for everyone. We help business owners, workers, and…

    Denver County · rmeoc.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute (RMMFI)

    Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute creates the space for communities and people of all backgrounds to realize their unique potential through the power of…

    Statewide · rmmfi.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    Rocky Mountain Partnership Cradle to Career (RMP)

    Rocky Mountain Partnership Cradle to Career (RMP) is a place-based partnership in Colorado’s north metro region including Adams County, Arvada, Aurora, and…

    Adams County · rmpartnership.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    San Luis Valley Business Loan Fund

    The San Luis Valley Business Loan Fund provides financing for business expansion, retention, and start-ups. Businesses must be able to provide or retain…

    Costilla County · slvdrg.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    San Luis Valley Local Foods Coalition

    Fostering an equitable local food system that restores the health of the people, community, economy and ecosystem.

    Costilla County · slvlocalfoods.org

  • Economic Development Organizations

    SBA HUBZone Program

    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) administers the HUBZone Program, which supports small businesses in historically underutilized business zones by…

    Statewide · oedit.colorado.gov

  • Universities & Research

    Scholars Unlimited

    Scholars Unlimited offers academic support and promotes positive youth development, through our no cost, out-of-school programs for elementary-aged students…

    Denver County · scholarsunlimited.org

  • SECOR Cares

    SECORCares is a 501c3 non-profit located in Parker, CO, but serving Arapahoe, Douglas and Elbert counties. Our mission is to help those struggling with…

    Douglas County · secorcares.com

  • Communities & Spaces

    Seedstars

    Seedstars is a global organisation with a mission to impact people's lives in emerging & frontier markets through technology and entrepreneurship. We are a…

    Statewide · seedstars.com

  • Banks & CDFIs

    Shared Capital Cooperative

    Shared Capital Cooperative is a national loan fund and federally certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that provides financing to…

    National · sharedcapital.coop

  • She Shapes AI

    Founded in 2024 by Dr Julia Stamm, She Shapes AI is the leading global catalyst for women-led responsible AI innovation. We connect professionals…

    Statewide · sheshapes.ai

  • Angel Networks

    She's Independent

    A women-first angel investing membership community using tools, education and mentorship to make investing work better for more people and change power…

    Denver County · shesindependent.com

  • Communities & Spaces

    Sistahbiz Global Network

    Sistahbiz Global Network is nonprofit, tax exempt, business accelerator for Black women entrepreneurs. We provide training and coaching, technical assistance…

    Denver County · sistah.biz

  • Communities & Spaces

    SOCAP

    SOCAP Global is the thought leadership platform for the accelerating movement towards a more just and sustainable economy. We convene a global ecosystem and…

    National · socapglobal.com

  • Universities & Research

    Social Innovation Leadership Lab - SIL²

    SIL² is a co-designed leadership lab for social entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and change agents working in Denver's impact ecosystem and beyond. We combine…

    Denver County · linkedin.com

  • Conference or Summit

    Social Innovation Summit

    Social Innovation Summit unites the world’s most dynamic leaders, thinkers, and doers around one audacious goal: to spark partnerships that redefine what’s…

    Statewide · socialinnovation.com

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Social Venture Partners Denver

    Social Venture Partners Denver (SVP Denver) amplifies the impact of local nonprofits and social mission organizations addressing economic and health inequities…

    Denver County · svpdenver.org

  • Angel Networks

    SoGal Foundation

    SoGal Foundation is the largest global platform for diverse entrepreneurs and investors. Spanning 6 continents with hyper-local programming in over 50 cities…

    National · iamsogal.com

  • Programs

    SparqU

    SparqU is committed to becoming the leading resource hub for local businesses and community organizations that serve the underrepresented and underserved. Our…

    Adams County · sparqu.com

  • Makerspaces

    T9Hacks

    The mission of T9Hacks is to create a welcoming and safe place for women and traditionally underrepresented students to explore hackathons. Our goal is to…

    Boulder County · t9hacks.org

  • SBDCs & Other Support

    Taproot Foundation

    Our work builds on over 20 years of experience and the inspiration to think bigger. We collaborate with nonprofit organizations, companies, volunteers, and…

    National · taprootfoundation.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Tech AF Founder Community

    TechAF Founder Academy helps women and underestimated founders build tech companies from the ground up to create generational wealth, impact communities, and…

    National · iamtechaf.com

  • Economic Development Organizations

    The Black Business Alliance (BBA)

    The Black Business Alliance (BBA), is a 501 (c) (6) non-profit membership organization which seeks to EMPOWER, GUIDE, PROMOTE, ENHANCE, COLLABORATE and GROW…

    National · bbusinessalliance.org

  • Mental Health & Coaching

    The Black Mental Health And Wellness Coalition

    The Black Mental Health & Wellness Coalition was designed to destigmatize mental health in the Black community while healing over fixing. To break…

    Denver County · bmhwc.org

  • Venture Capital & Corporate VC

    The BMF Fund

    We are a seed-stage venture fund focused on Black and innovative entrepreneurs.

    National · bfm.fund

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    The Colorado Health Foundation

    The Colorado Health Foundation is a statewide philanthropic organization that champions the overall health and well-being of every Coloradan, by advocating for…

    Statewide · coloradohealth.org

  • Public & Private Grants & Awards

    The Coramino Fund

    The Coramino Fund provides $10,000 grants to entrepreneurs in under-resourced communities.

    Statewide · lisc.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    The GrowHaus

    The mission of The GrowHaus is to cultivate community-driven food justice through education and food access. We offer food distribution programming and…

    Denver County · thegrowhaus.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    The Inclusive Impact Catalyst Program

    The Inclusive Impact Catalyst Program offers tailored support for tech-industry small businesses, specifically for underrepresented tech businesses who have…

    Denver County · bencolorado.org

  • Programs

    The Industrial Commons

    The Industrial Commons founds and scales employee-owned social enterprises, industrial cooperatives, and supports frontline workers to build a new southern…

    Statewide · theindustrialcommons.org

  • Programs

    The Open System Institute

    The mission of The Open System Institute is to build an emergent discipline of practice and principles for diverse leaders across diverse organizations to…

    Denver County · theopensystem.org

  • Events

    The Thrive Networks

    The Thrive Network’s goal is to eliminate economic barriers by providing people in communities with tools to activate and launch their own success, primarily…

    El Paso County · thethrivenetworks.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    The U.S. Black Chambers (USBC)

    The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) provides committed, visionary leadership and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. Through the creation of…

    National · usblackchambers.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    The Women's Foundation of Colorado

    Through research, public policy advocacy, grantmaking, and the cultivation of philanthropy, The Women's Foundation of Colorado catalyzes community to advance…

    Denver County · wfco.org

  • Fellowships

    Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program

    The Tory Burch Foundation Fellows Program connects extraordinary women entrepreneurs with the essential tools to scale, lead and shape the economy. Most…

    Statewide · toryburchfoundation.org

  • Chambers of Commerce

    U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce (USWCC)

    The U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce is the leading association for women and small businesses seeking access to government contracts. USWCC gives voice to the…

    National · uswcc.org

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    UBS Project Female Founder

    Project Female Founder is our global accelerator program, unlocking opportunities for female entrepreneurs to scale their ventures across all sectors. It's…

    Statewide · ubs.com

  • Chambers of Commerce

    United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)

    The USHCC actively promotes the economic growth, development and interests of more than 5 million Hispanic-owned businesses that together contribute over $800…

    National · ushcc.com

  • Fellowships

    Western Union Global Fellowship

    The Western Union Global Fellowship is a Fellowship designed for entrepreneurs impacting refugees, highly marginalized, and displaced individuals globally.…

    Boulder County · watson.is

  • Communities & Spaces

    WIN Council

    The WIN Council is composed of noted workplace leaders, innovative thinkers, and forward-looking problem-solvers. These leaders will help guide the WIN…

    Statewide · winchallenge.org

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Women & Girls of Color Fund

    Through research, public policy advocacy, grantmaking, and the cultivation of philanthropy, The Women's Foundation of Colorado catalyzes community to advance…

    Denver County · wfco.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Colorado Affiliate

    We undertake activities to promote, educate, recruit, retain, and advance women in cybersecurity. The WiCyS Colorado Affiliate offers mentoring, learning…

    Denver County · wicysco.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Women Who Charge

    We are a Denver-based non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for electric vehicle (EV) adoption and promoting gender equity in the clean…

    Denver County · womenwhocharge.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    WOMEN x AI (WxAI)

    WOMEN x AI (WxAI) is an independent community, education, and leadership platform helping women and allies build AI fluency, visibility, and leadership…

    National · womenxai.com

  • Podcasts & Radio

    WOMEN x AI (WxAI) Podcast

    Welcome to WOMEN x AI (WxAI) a podcast dedicated to amplifying women in tech and accelerating your success. Whether you're starting out or scaling up, you'll…

    National · womenxai.com

  • Communities & Spaces

    Women's Community Leadership Initiative (WCLI)

    Women's Community Leadership Initiative (WCLI) empowers women in Colorado Springs to realize their full leadership potential, break down barriers to…

    El Paso County · wcli-cs.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    Women’s Health Innovation Hub (wHub)

    wHub is a women’s health innovation hub based in Colorado, created to accelerate breakthrough solutions, companies, and capital flows in women’s health. Our…

    Boulder County · whubcolorado.com

  • Incubators & Accelerators

    Women’s Startup Lab (WSLab)

    Women’s Startup Lab (WSLab) is a premier Silicon Valley startup and leadership accelerator for women entrepreneurs around the world. By focusing on “people…

    Statewide · womenstartuplab.com

  • Universities & Research

    Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

    The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit available to employers for hiring and employing individuals from certain targeted groups who…

    Statewide · irs.gov

  • Foundations & Impact Funds

    Workplace Innovation Now (WIN) Challenge

    The Workplace Innovation Now (WIN) Challenge will award $60M to transformative solutions that help women thrive and build a better workplace for all.

    Statewide · winchallenge.org

  • Communities & Spaces

    WRISE Colorado

    The Boulder/Denver Chapter of Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy, an organization which promotes the education, professional development, and…

    Denver County · wrisecolorado.org

  • Programs

    WTC Denver Global Entrepreneur Program

    The Global Entrepreneur Program at WTC Denver is designed to support first-generation immigrant and refugee entrepreneurs in building and scaling their…

    Denver County · wtcdenver.org