Vibrant Communities. Empowering Business Owners.
CEDS Finance provides financing to low-income, Muslim, BIPOC, refugee and immigrant business owners in Colorado, helping them start and strengthen their businesses and empower themselves financially. CEDS Finance supports the American Dream of financial self-sufficiency by being the first rung on the capital ladder in Metro Denver, Weld, and Morgan Counties, and the only Islamic compliant lender in Colorado.
Our Financing Solutions
As Colorado’s 2023 SBA Community Lender of the Year, CEDS Finance provides flexible financing solutions for small businesses. CEDS Finance’s commitment to community development is reflected in its six-time CDFI Fund recognition and proven track record of inclusive lending.

Fort Morgan & Weld County Businesses
Strengthening Rural Colorado Communities
We’re committed to serving business owners in Fort Morgan and Weld County with financing solutions and dedicated support.
Denver and Aurora-based Businesses
Serving Small Business Owners since 2009
CEDS Finance is the only CDFI located in Aurora. Since its founding, 90% of the small businesses it serves are based in Denver and Aurora.

Getting Started
A Positive Experience for Business Owners from Diverse Cultural Backgrounds
CEDS Finance offers more than just financial assistance. CEDS provides free business support services, including accounting, marketing, and business compliance support. Our staff speaks 16 languages, ensuring inclusive and accessible support.
Success Story
Maria Isabels Journey: From Denisse Party Supplies to Cake Land We are excited to share the story of Maria Isabel, owner of Cake Land. Maria’s passion for baking began at 17, learning from her mother. For years, she baked from home, eventually launching Denisse Party Supplies in 2003. In 2024, with the help of a spark loan from CEDS Finance, she rebranded her business to Cake Land and took it to the next level. CEDS Finance provided Maria with [...]
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