12/30/2024
Since its founding in 2015 by First Southwest Bank, the First Southwest Community Fund has been on a...
12/22/2024
“Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that...
10/11/2024
In the United States, contributions from Hispanic Americans extend from activists that worked on rights for migrant workers,...
10/07/2024
First Southwest Community Fund is excited to announce our search for a strategic planning facilitator to guide us...
04/28/2024
Congratulations to First Southwest Bank (FSWB) on being named SBA Colorado's 2024 Rural Lender of the...
04/22/2024
Yani started her journey as a local bank teller, eventually landing a position as a loan assistant...
04/18/2024
Report Celebrates the Collective Impact of the Two Organizations in Rural Colorado The First Southwest Community Fund...
04/28/2025
In places like the San Luis Valley, small businesses aren’t just a piece of the economy—they are the economy.
03/29/2024
Why did you decide to become an FSWCF board member? I believe in the life-changing power of access...
04/05/2024
Why did you decide to become a FSWCF board member? Over the years I have seen the amazing...
01/31/2024
Happy New Year, friends ~ I hope 2024 is off to a great start for you. It has...
01/02/2024
I am so proud to be a part of the growth of the First Southwest Community Fund...
03/26/2025
This March, First Southwest Community Fund (FSWCF) is proud to join the nation in celebrating Women's History Month.
11/20/2024
Small businesses are currently using artificial intelligence (AI) in many ways to improve efficiency, customer response, and enhance
09/26/2024
The importance of building business credit and the power of understanding and having a credit history–for both startups...
04/25/2024
Here at First Southwest Community Fund, we are pioneering new, innovative ways to support diverse entrepreneurs and small
11/24/2024
Small businesses are the lifeblood of Colorado's economy, particularly in rural communities. With approximately 680,000 small businesses registered
4/26/2024
National Small Business Week is celebrated during the first week of May and takes place from...
03/28/2025
Understanding Your Numbers is the Key to Financial Success
Understanding your finances is crucial for both personal and business success.
05/15/2025
Strategic Planning Session
FSWCF is proud to celebrate 10 years of supporting rural entrepreneurs across Colorado through education, grants, and lending services.
06/27/2024
Our Fortaleza (Strength) Fund educational programming ended with a fabulous graduation on June 20th at the...
05/27/25
Bordame Esto is expanding its custom embroidery business, fueling local growth and creating jobs in the San Luis Valley.
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partnership
Our partners, your success.
Our partners are the heart of our mission to uplift small businesses and non-profits. With their support, we offer accessible loans and valuable resources.