How do I apply for a small business grant in Denver?

Submit a 60-second video pitch at goodneighbor.fund/pitch. There is no business plan, pitch deck, or formal application — just a short video describing your idea. Pitches from Denver and surrounding counties are reviewed each quarter by Good Neighbor Fund Denver's Limited Partners. If selected, you receive $1,000 in belief capital with no equity taken.

Who qualifies for a Good Neighbor Fund grant in Denver?

Any early-stage entrepreneur living or building in Denver, Jefferson, Arapahoe, Adams, Douglas, or Boulder County is eligible. There are no age, industry, or revenue requirements. We especially welcome women, BIPOC, immigrant, and first-time founders. 80% of past grants have gone to women-owned businesses and 52% to BIPOC-owned businesses.

How much is a Good Neighbor Fund Denver micro-grant?

Each grant is $1,000. Funds are awarded as belief capital — no equity, no repayment, no strings. You can use the money however your business needs: inventory, equipment, software, marketing, licenses, or anything else.

What other small business grants are available in Denver, Colorado?

In addition to Good Neighbor Fund Denver, Colorado entrepreneurs can explore the Energize Colorado Gap Fund, the Denver Small Business Development Center (SBDC) grant programs, the Mile High United Way Small Business Recovery Grant, and Colorado Enterprise Fund microloans. Good Neighbor Fund is one of the few that requires no pitch deck, no business plan, and takes no equity.

When are Good Neighbor Fund Denver grants awarded?

Grants are reviewed and awarded quarterly. Pitches can be submitted any time at goodneighbor.fund/pitch and roll into the next review cycle.

Do I need a registered business or LLC to apply?

No. You can apply with just an idea. We back founders before they're 'ready' — that's the whole point of belief capital. If selected, we'll help you set up what you need to receive the funds.

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$1,000 Micro-Grants for Denver Business Ideas

We back brilliant ideas before they're "ready." No pitch deck required. No equity taken. Just belief in your vision and potential.

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Serving the Mile High City

Good Neighbor Fund Denver supports entrepreneurs across the Denver metro area. From downtown to the suburbs, we believe in your Mile High dreams.

Denver County

Jefferson County

Arapahoe County

Adams County

Douglas County

Boulder County

Our Impact Since 2023

New Business Ideas
Funded

80%

Women-Owned
Businesses

52%

BIPOC-Owned
Businesses

$34,000

In Micro-Grants
Awarded

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Good Neighbor Fund is a collective giving organization. Our funding comes from Limited Partners (LPs) — local founders, operators, and community members who pool their own capital each quarter to fund the boldest new ideas in Denver. No overhead. No bureaucracy. Just neighbors investing in neighbors.

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We're looking for passionate founders with bold ideas that create positive impact in Denver. No business plan required — just a 60-second pitch video and your authentic vision.

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