Region 9 Economic Development Dist of SW Colorado

Region 9 Economic Development District is a non-profit organization based in Durango, Colorado. The organization employs 13 people and generates annual revenue of $2.5 million. Region 9 Economic Development District provides financial and developmental resources to businesses throughout Southwest Colorado. Their services include revolving loan programs offering gap financing to assist with small business growth and job creation. They also offer micro-enterprise loans, specifically designed for small businesses with five or fewer employees, up to $100,000. Beyond loans, Region 9 EDD administers programs such as the Colorado Enterprise Zone Tax Credit, publishes the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) to guide regional economic planning, and assists in managing various state and federal programs. For further information, interested parties can visit Region 9 EDD's website at region9edd.org.