Building Wealth Through
Minority-Owned
Business Success
Across Metro Denver, minority business owners face persistent barriers to growth and success. These challenges aren't accidental – they stem from decades of discriminatory policies and systemic inequities that have limited access to capital, education, and economic opportunity. Today, these historical barriers continue to impact entrepreneurs' ability to secure contracts, access new markets, and receive culturally responsive business support:
Key Statistics:
1.4%
Only 1.4% of Denver area businesses are Black-owned, despite Black residents making up 6% of the metropolitan population
[Denver Post, 2022]
11.6%
Hispanic individuals own just 11.6% of Colorado businesses while making up 19.8% of workers
[SBA Office of Advocacy, 2022]
$13T
Fair lending to Black entrepreneurs could have generated $13 trillion in business revenue nationally (2000-2020)
[Citigroup, 2020]
Why CCW?
The Center for Community Wealth transforms barriers into opportunities through culturally responsive support for underserved business owners. Our team combines lived experience with proven strategies to help entrepreneurs achieve sustainable growth through:
A network of institutional partners committed to supplier diversity
Culturally responsive approach that honors your experience and expertise
A track record of helping businesses expand their market reach
Tailored support that addresses both immediate needs and long-term growth
Our Integrated Approach
Building successful minority-owned businesses requires more than just technical support or market connections. Our three core services work together to create the conditions for lasting success: we develop your capacity to compete for larger opportunities, connect you to new markets, and ensure you have the resources to sustain growth.
Market Development & Growth
We work to create new business opportunities through:
Connections to institutions seeking to diversify their vendors
Support with proposal and bidding processes
Relationship building strategies and opportunities
Culturally Responsive Business Support
Our experienced team provides:
One-on-one business coaching
Technical assistance for contracts and expansion
Industry-specific training and resources for catering, construction, skilled trades, and facilities maintenance businesses
Resource Navigation
We help you access the right support at the right time:
Connections to capital and funding partners
Additional business technical assistance
Peer learning and networking
Specialized Programs
Ready to grow your business? Explore our targeted programs to help minority owned business entrepreneurs expand their reach, secure larger contracts, and build lasting success. Each program offers specialized support tailored to your industry and growth goals.
Feeding Anchors
A comprehensive program for catering businesses ready to expand into institutional markets, such as with universities, hospitals, and local governments.
Through Feeding Anchors you’ll receive:
Training on institutional catering requirements
Invitation to showcase at our annual Eat.Local.Food. Tasting Event
Opportunity to join our curated caterer list
Ideal for established caterers with at least two years in business and minimum annual revenue of $25,000.
Building with Entrepreneurs in Skilled Trades (BEST)
A supportive network and growth program for construction, skilled trades, and facilities maintenance businesses.
BEST offers:
Networking events with peers and potential clients
Technical assistance with bidding and proposals
Connections to contracting opportunities
Access to a supportive community of trades professionals
Perfect for established trade businesses looking to scale their operations and access larger contracts.
ShopBIPOC Directory
A free online platform connecting conscious consumers with BIPOC-owned businesses across Colorado.
When you join, you receive:
Professional business listing with your brand's profile
Access to customers committed to supporting BIPOC businesses
Connection to a network of 800+ listed businesses
"Center for Community Wealth Building has been huge for E Hijole Tacos & Catering. They've helped us expand our capacity and connect with new opportunities. Their support has truly helped my business grow!"
— Elena Martinez, Chef & Founder, E Hijole Tacos