Financial Resources and Partners

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From microloans to tax incentives and state-backed funding programs, Greeley provides businesses with financial tools to reduce costs, fuel growth, and drive long-term success. These economic development resources support businesses at every stage.

Financial Resources

Greeley is committed to supporting businesses at every stage of growth by providing access to business resources that help companies expand, invest, and create jobs. Whether launching a startup, expanding operations, or relocating, the City of Greeley business resources and other community partners offer programs and funding opportunities designed to reduce costs and encourage long-term success.

Small Business Administration (SBA) Financing Programs

The SBA offers a range of development resources for businesses to secure funding for start-up costs, expansion, and working capital. Options include 7(a) loans, microloans, and disaster assistance, making it easier for businesses to access capital and grow.

State Incentive Programs

Colorado provides a variety of economic development services to support business growth, including tax credits, training reimbursements, and hiring incentives. These resources help businesses reduce costs, invest in employees, and drive long-term success when doing business in Greeley.

Private Activity Bond Program

This program funds privately developed projects through tax-exempt bonds, helping businesses secure capital for major investments and support business expansion.

Enterprise Zone Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Manufacturing

Colorado offers a state sales and use tax abatement for qualifying new manufacturing equipment, helping businesses reduce upfront costs and invest more in production and growth. This incentive supports manufacturing businesses looking to expand or modernize their operations.

Strategic Fund Job Growth Incentive

The Job Growth Incentive Fund provides performance-based cash incentives to companies creating new jobs in Colorado. Eligible businesses creating at least 20 new jobs in Colorado over a set period can receive financial support to offset operational costs and fuel long-term growth.

Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant

The Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant helps businesses strengthen their workforce by providing funding for employee training. This economic development resource supports customized, employer-driven job training to develop a skilled workforce while reducing training costs.

No Inventory Tax

Colorado is one of the few states that does not impose an inventory tax, helping businesses reduce overhead costs and improve cash flow. This makes doing business in Greeley, Colorado more affordable and efficient for manufacturing, distribution, and logistics companies.

Weld/Larimer Revolving Loan Fund

For businesses looking to expand or relocate to Weld or Larimer County, the Weld/Larimer Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) provides financial support to qualified businesses. Administered by Upstate Colorado Economic Development, the RLF helps businesses secure capital needed to grow, create jobs, and contribute to the region’s success.

Colorado Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program

Greeley businesses located within designated Enterprise Zones (EZ) can qualify for state income tax credits that reduce costs for job creation, capital investment, and business expansion. This is a key part of Northern Colorado Business Resources available to companies looking to grow.

Enterprise Zone

The Colorado Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program offers state income tax credits to qualified businesses that expand or invest in designated areas of Greeley, making it more cost-effective to grow and create jobs. These economic development resources make doing business in Greeley, Colorado more affordable and competitive.

Enterprise Zone Benefits in Greeley

Businesses located within the Greeley Enterprise Zone may qualify for state income tax credits that help offset costs, including:

Investment Tax Credit
New Employee Tax Credit
Job Training Tax Credit
R&D Tax Credit
Vacant Building Rehabilitation Credit

How to Qualify

To take advantage of these tax credits, businesses must be located within the Enterprise Zone boundaries and apply for pre-certification each year before making new investments and claiming credits.

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Partners

Greeley’s business community thrives with the support of local organizations dedicated to economic growth, entrepreneurship and business success. Whether you're looking for funding, networking, mentorship or strategic support, these key partners provide critical resources to help businesses start, grow and succeed.

Upstate Colorado

Upstate Colorado provides business expansion services, site selection assistance, and financial resources to support economic growth throughout Weld County. The organization also administers programs like the Enterprise Zone tax credits and the Weld/Larimer Revolving Loan Fund, helping businesses access capital and tax incentives.

Greeley Downtown Development Authority

The Greeley Downtown Development Authority (DDA) works to enhance, promote and support the economic vitality of Downtown Greeley. From business grants and property improvement incentives to placemaking initiatives that attract more visitors, the DDA helps make downtown a vibrant destination for businesses and entrepreneurs.

Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce

The Greeley Chamber of Commerce connects local businesses with networking opportunities, advocacy and business development programs. Through leadership initiatives and industry-specific programming, the Chamber plays a key role in helping businesses grow and engage with the community.

Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

The East Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC), based in Greeley, provides free business consulting, training and funding assistance to startups and small businesses. Entrepreneurs can access workshops, one-on-one advising, and specialized resources to navigate business challenges and plan for long-term success.