Business Resources
- Office of Economic Development: The State of Colorado Office of Economic Development has information pertaining to starting and operating businesses in Colorado on the Colorado.gov website Colorado Office of Economic Development.
- Liquor License: For information about obtaining a Liquor License visit the Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Liquor/Tobacco Enforcement.
- Colorado Small Business Administration
- Colorado Business Resource Book
- Region 10 for Business
- Business Tips & Tools presentation
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2024 Backing Historic Small Restaurants
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The Backing Historic Small Restaurants program, presented by American Express in partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, will award a total of $2.5 million in grants ($50,000 each) to 50 historic and culturally significant restaurants in the United States. This program seeks to assist a broad array of restaurants that have contributed to their neighborhood’s history and identity and that help tell a diverse story about cuisine and community in America.
- Programs and Funding opportunities presented by DOLA.
- Programs and Funding opportunities presented by OEDIT.
- Programs and Funding opportunities presented by GOCO.
- Programs and Funding opportunities presented by SBA.
- Programs and Funding opportunities presented by the National Endowment for the Arts.
- Programs and Funding opportunities presented by the US Government Grants.
Application Window will OPEN: January 22, 2024
Application Window will CLOSE: March 1, 2024
Grants will be awarded by the end of March.
Micro-Grant Documents
Must be a currently registered business with the City of Ouray to be eligible.
Not yet a registered business? CLICK HERE for more information and to complete your registration.
More Resources for Businesses:
- 03/22/2023: CLICK HERE to view the 2023 Micro-Grant Program Donor Packet. The application window will open on April 17 and close on May 8. Grants will be awarded by the end of May, prior to the busy summer season.
- 03/14/2023: Need Capital to Start or Restructure a Business? Colorado entrepreneurs and small business owners needing capital, or who are having trouble obtaining loans from traditional lenders, to start, restart or restructure a business are invited to apply for the Colorado Startup Loan Fund. Presented by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, the program spurs revolving micro-loan funding (under $150,000) to small businesses and entrepreneurs by mission-focused lenders and community development financial institutions. Click here to learn more and apply.
- 02/13/2023: Now is the time for business to pre-certify their business to get Enterprise Zone credits:
https://oedit.colorado.gov/sites/coedit/files/2020-12/enterprise_zone_income_tax_credit_guide.pdf
CAREER TRAINING USA
Bring a global perspective to your team by hosting an international intern or trainee!
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify, host employers must provide a professional internship that will enhance participants' skills and prepare them for their future careers.- Provide full-time (32-45 hrs per week), professional-level training
- Develop a personalized internship Training Plan
- Introduce participants to U.S. culture and business practices