Small Business Resources

Whether you are a new or existing business looking to expand or relocate in Severance, our Economic Development Department is here to serve as a resource and connect you with local, state, and federal programs.

The Place to Find Help

Small Business Administration (SBA) assists in the form of loans, loan guarantees, contracts, counseling, and other forms of assistance to small businesses nationwide. 

Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers free consulting to new or existing businesses along with access to numerous programs and tools. 

Small Business Navigator serves as a first point of contact for new or existing Colorado businesses with questions about local, state, and federal licensing requirements, along with referrals to a variety of business assistance programs. 

Need Financial Assistance

B: Side Fund (Colorado Lending Source) is a nonprofit lender that offers financing to small businesses from $5,000 to $5.5 million, along with entrepreneurship education. 

Colorado Enterprise Fund is a nonprofit community development financial institution that provides loans up to $500,000 to small businesses and start-ups that cannot secure traditional bank financing, as well as business consultation for the life of the loan. 

Accion Opportunity Fund is a nonprofit fund providing personalized small business loans and support. 90% of their client base comprises women, people of color, and immigrants.