How's Your Business Doing? Please take a moment to complete the Business Survey by February 28.

2021 had its ups and downs. Throughout the year, we and our partners across Northern Colorado have been learning about business challenges and informing local and regional decision makers to help guide the development and implementation of assistance programs, policy changes and advocacy actions that help businesses survive, pivot and recover from the pandemic. As we start 2022 we hope you will take 10 minutes to tell us how your business is doing, what the near future holds, and what help you need to keep your business going strong. Please tell us how you are doing and how we can help! All survey responses are confidential, and aggregate public reports from previous surveys are online.

2022 NoCo Black Business Event

Queen's Legacy Foundation & EASSY ACCESS Entertainment are collaborating to bring the best Black-owned business under one roof in Northern Colorado. Feature your premium products and services and allow NOCO to experience first hand why they should #buyblack!

The event will take place at the Embassy Suites at 4705 Clydesdale Pkwy, Loveland, CO 80538. For more information contact Queen at info@queenslegacyfoundation.org (learn more about Queen's Legacy Foundation here).  

Tax Season is Here

It’s that time of year again! The IRS opened at the end of January and you can file your individual taxes now. Filing your taxes can feel overwhelming, especially if you have never done it before or if you change jobs, lose your job, or have a child. Learn about the Child Tax Credit (CTC), the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), and other tax information. 

 

 The sooner you file, the sooner you’ll be able to get your payments! Get your early start at GetAheadColorado.org. 

Things to Know & Upcoming Events

• The Larimer County Emergency Rent & Utility Assistance (ERAP) funds can help individuals stay in their homes by paying back rent and utilities, and more. 
• WorkLife Partnership’s Small Dollar Loans Program is an efficient, cost-effective, low-risk alternative to payroll advances and employee loan programs. 
• Colorado Climber Loan Fund now providing eligible small businesses with working capital loans between $30,000 - $500,000.  
• Free De-escalation Training for Businesses During COVID-19 – Watch videos now 
• Small Business Tax Credit Programs are available 
• Skill Advance Colorado Training Reimbursement Grants available - around $1,200 – $1,400 per employee. The application period opens July 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022. 
• Request Onsite COVID Vaccine clinic - If you're interested in hosting an onsite vaccination clinic for your employees or for the general public at your business or facility, please send a request to the Larimer County Department of Health & Environment. There is no charge, and the Health Department coordinates staffing, logistics, and vaccine supplies. 

Upcoming Events: 

• Business Q&A with Larimer’s Health Department - All businesses are invited to join the County on the fourth Thursday of each month. Join the 1-hour session on Thursday, February 24 at  2 p.m via Zoom. To help make this session as informative and helpful as possible, please submit your questions in advance.

Sign up for weekly updates from the City of Fort Collins Emergency Preparedness and Security COVID-19 newsletter at fcgov.com/eps/coronavirus

Check out ForFortCollins.com for tools and resources created to help your business reopen safely and strongly while gaining support from loyal customers and community members.

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Fort Collins, CO 80521