YOUR SUPPORT IN ACTION
Support from individual donors is crucial to Startup Colorado’s continued role in 53 rural counties statewide as a community connector, ecosystem builder, and rural entrepreneur advocate. We are often seen as the ‘silent’ partner, executing complex work behind the scenes by thoughtfully utilizing the valuable trusted relationships we’ve built over our 14 year history to strengthen Colorado’s rural communities. Whether it’s helping a founder secure funding, elevating a rural startup’s story, or building trust on the ground, your support is what keeps the momentum going.
Your support helps power our core programs. Explore how your investment is driving rural entrepreneurship and community:
THE RURAL INVESTMENT MARKETPLACE
Fuel entrepreneurial growth by supporting access to capital for rural founders. Your donation helps us connect entrepreneurs to funders through high-impact events and educational tools.
THE ROADTRIP
Help us go the distance— literally. Your support powers Startup Colorado’s team as we travel to rural communities to connect directly with local entrepreneurs, listen, and bring their voices to the table.
STORYTELLING
Stories shape ecosystems. Your donation helps us spotlight the wins, struggles, and innovations of rural entrepreneurs through articles, case studies, and podcasts that drive visibility and inspire action.
"It's great to connect with others from around the state and to be surrounded by such gifted individuals in the Startup Colorado Community."
Tanya Miller, Owner of Blue Planet LIVING Institute & Studio, in Leadville, CO
RURAL INVESTMENT MARKETPLACE
Our Rural Investment Marketplace bridges the gap between rural entrepreneurs and the funding they need to grow. By collecting critical information about entrepreneurs and their businesses, we help match them with the right funders, investors, and advisors from our statewide network. Your donation supports the tools, outreach, and relationship-building necessary to unlock capital access for business owners in communities that often go overlooked.
Eager to support our new marketplace? Contact us here.
THE STARTUP COLORADO ROADTRIP
Startup Colorado is hitting the road to bring business resources directly to rural entrepreneurs. The Roadtrip is a statewide tour focused on funding education, strategic connections, and real-world solutions for small businesses. At each stop, we host expert-led workshops, peer-to-peer networking, and one-on-one support to help founders access the tools and capital they need to grow. Your donation helps us travel to rural towns across Colorado, ensuring that no matter the zip code, every entrepreneur has a chance to succeed.
Interested in making a bigger impact? Reach out to us here.
STORYTELLING
Storytelling is one of Startup Colorado’s most powerful tools. We amplify the voices of rural entrepreneurs through blogs, newsletters, photo essays, case studies, and videos that spotlight the innovation happening off the beaten path. By sharing real stories of resilience, creativity, and growth, we help rural founders gain visibility, inspire others, and shift perceptions of what’s possible in rural Colorado. Your support ensures these stories get told—and heard.
If you are able to make a larger contribution, please contact us here.
FOUNDATION SUPPORT AND CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
Foundation and corporate partners play a vital role in driving our mission forward— from funding rural entrepreneur programs and community economic development efforts to sponsoring events like the Pitch Competition and West Slope Startup Week. Together, we’re expanding access to essential business resources and ensuring rural Colorado communities have the support they need to thrive. Interested in supporting Startup Colorado as a foundation, government, or corporate funder? Contact us at development@startupcolorado.org to learn more.
Startup Colorado is a federally registered 501(c)3 organization (EIN 88-3487860), and all donations made on our behalf are fully tax-deductible.