Boulder County Fires
Boulder County Wildfire Fund
On December 30th, 2021 the most destructive wildfire in the state's history, the Marshall fire, destroyed nearly 1,000 homes in Boulder County.
Boulder Beat Resource Page
Fundraiser launched on December 30, 2021, by Community Foundation Boulder County
After the Disaster Guide Book
This handbook has great information. Especially look at page 8.
Navigating Business Now
Colorado Finalizes Decision To Ease Mask Mandate
Colorado finalizes decision to ease mask mandate Saturday as Biden administration begs states to stay the course. Gov. Jared Polis's new mask order allows people in about half of the state’s 64 counties — but only representing a fraction of Colorado’s population — to ditch their face coverings in the vast majority of public indoor places.
U.S. Businesses Must Take Meaningful Action Against Racism
Harvard Business Review: Action Against Racism
5 Questions That (Newly) Virtual Leaders Should Ask Themselves
Harvard Business Review: “It is safe to say, that for the first time in the age of technology, ad hoc face-to-face meetings are no longer an option for many people.”
Juggling Work and Kids… in a Pandemic
Harvard Business Review: “Main themes include setting boundaries and carving out time for focus; getting extended family involved; and embracing “good enough” while remembering to play, laugh, and be present.”
9 Must-Read Books to Prepare Entrepreneurs for 2021
If entrepreneurs want to survive whatever comes next, they’ll need to start preparing now. One of the best ways to do so is through reading. New books are published every day containing cutting-edge insight into how businesspeople can best prepare for the future — here are some of the best.
Business Resources
A Guide: Helping Small Businesses Navigate & Recover from the COVID-19 Crisis
The Small Business Association (SBA) is the first stop for entrepreneurs seeking relief – plus other options for those who don’t qualify.
Colorado Department of Labor & Employment Resources
Includes information on paid sick leave, unemployment insurance, and wage claims.
VIDEO: Actionable Advice from Experienced CEOs during a downturn or Crisis
TechStars & Foundry Group Present Actionable Advice from Experienced CEOs during a downturn or Crisis.
Economic Development & Support Resources
Colorado Inclusive Economy
Inclusive Economy is a collection of CEOs, EDs, and other business leaders who have the vision and grit to rebuild Colorado’s economy in a way that works for all.
325+ Black Owned Businesses to Support in and Around Denver
As the protests against police brutality continue on, it’s more important than ever to look at ways Denver can support its black community. We’ve compiled a list of every black-owned business we could find in and around Denver, but this is in no way definitive.”
SoftBank Creates $100 Million Fund To Invest In Entrepreneurs Of Color
“SoftBank is launching a $100 million fund to invest in startups led by people of color, according to an internal memo from SoftBank’s COO Marcelo Claure. The initiative comes amid a global pandemic that has disproportionately affected minority-owned businesses and as social unrest over systemic racism grips America.”
Introducing the Talent x Opportunity Fund
“Designed for entrepreneurs who have the talent, drive, and ideas to build great businesses but lack the typical background and resources to do so”
Paycheck Protection Program
An SBA loan that helps businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. Click here to access the critical form.
Recovery Strategies
United Nations: COVID-19
“The Recovery from the COVID-19 Crisis Must Lead to a Different Economy”
Giving Back
Feed the Frontlines Denver
Feed the Frontlines Denver is a grassroots initiative helping small businesses care for our caretakers. Their mission is to support local restaurants and those on the frontlines, including hospital staff, patients and families who are bearing the greatest burden of us all during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feed the Frontlines Boulder
Feed the Frontlines Boulder lets the community donate meals from local restaurants to health workers on the frontlines. Health workers get a nourishing meal, and local restaurants get badly needed business to keep running and keep staff employed.
Coronavirus Impacts Blood Supply: Find a Location to Donate
Urgent Shortage: Donors Needed
Help Colorado Now
State of Colorado COVID-19 Volunteer Response. If you are a private sector company who wants to partner with the Innovation Response Team on acquiring testing, critically constrained medical supplies, technology, or support services for people who are isolated, please click here.
The Denver Foundation - Critical Needs Fund
The Denver Foundation operates a Critical Needs Fund that can be activated to meet essential community needs outside of the normal course of their grant-making. They activate the fund to mobilize flexible, responsive resources during times of critical need.
COVID-19 Health Resources
COVID Check Colorado
Getting your organization tested for COVID-19 can be safe, easy and affordable.
COLORADO Department of Public Health & Environment
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), our Local Public Health Agencies (LPHA) and our communities to provide updated information about COVID-19