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Fueling Futures Grant is sponsored by Minnequa Works Credit Union. This grant program supports small business owners and entrepreneurs in Southern Colorado.
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Fuel Futures Grant - Minnequa Works Credit Union Minnequa Works Credit Union - Fueling Futures Originally launched in 2024 in Southern Colorado, the Fueling Futures Grant is continuing to expand its impact to empower even more small businesses and organizations in our community.
In 2026, Minnequa Works Credit Union will award up to $30,000 in grant funding, with individual grants of up to $2,000 available for small business owners and entrepreneurs. This initiative is designed to fuel growth, sustainability, and economic vitality—helping local businesses thrive and make a lasting impact. At Minnequa Works, our goal is to make it easier to do business in Southern Colorado.
As a member, you’ll enjoy flexible, convenient banking with benefits like Online & Mobile Banking, Bill Pay, Mobile Deposits, eStatements, and Mastercard Debit Cards—all with no monthly fees or minimum balance requirements. We’re here to support your business and your future—because when local businesses succeed, our community thrives.
Fueling Futures Grant Application Thank you for your interest in the Minnequa Works Credit Union Entrepreneurship Grant. In 2026, Minnequa Works Credit Union will award up to $30,000 in grant funding, with individual grants of up to $2,000 available for small business owners and entrepreneurs. This initiative is designed to fuel growth, sustainability, and economic vitality—helping local businesses thrive and make a lasting impact.
Award winners must be able to open an account at Minnequa Works Credit Union for their business, where the funds will be deposited. What is the name of your business or business idea? (Required) Describe your business.
What products or services does your business offer? What inspired you to start your business and who does your business help? (Required) What makes your business or product unique?
How are you different from the competition? (Required) How long have you been working on this concept? (Required) Provide a detailed breakdown of how you anticipate the grant funds to be utilized.
(Required) Describe the current challenges you face in your business and how this grant can help address them? (Required) Does your business currently have revenue? If so, how much revenue did your business generate over the past year (please note if your business has been open for less than a year) (Required) In what ways do you see Minnequa Works Credit Union as a partner in your success beyond grant support?
(Required) GrantTerms and Conditions (Required) A requirement of the grant distribution is that Membership must be established with Minnequa Works Credit Union. Grant funds will be deposited directly into the recipient’s Minnequa Works Credit Union business account.
Business/Organization must be located in Southern Colorado in a county that Minnequa Works Credit Union serves A brief summary (up to 2 pages) outlining the business’s goals and strategies may be requested. I agree to the grant terms and conditions.
Business Account Inquiry Form Let us know how we can help make business easier Best Contact Phone Number Best Contact Email Address Business or Organization Name Business/Organization Type Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership Limited Liability Company Non-Profit Organization or Community Organization Additional Comments or Questions In addition to internal documents for account opening and verification, we also recommend having the following documents available to help streamline account services and account opening processes.
EIN Letter - Business Taxpayer Identification Number Certificate of Partnership Partnership or Operating Agreement EIN Letter - Business Taxpayer Identification Number Limited Liability Company EIN Letter - Business Taxpayer Identification Number Articles of Incorporation Agreement/Meeting Minutes for Authority of Owners & Signers EIN Letter - Business Taxpayer Identification Number Non-Profit Org/Community Group Trade Name Certificate or Articles of Incorporation for Nonprofit Letter/Meeting Minutes for Authority of Signers EIN Letter - Business Taxpayer Identification Number Business & Organization Resources Colorado Secretary of State *A minimum deposit of $25 in a Share Savings Account is required for Membership with Minnequa Works Credit Union.
Control Person/Primary Owner of Business must also be eligible for Membership with Minnequa Works Credit Union and maintain a personal account in good standing prior to Business Account Opening **Membership qualifications apply. Inactive Account Fees may apply.
Review Minnequa Works Cost Recovery Schedule and Membership Agreement for more information ***Transactions at ATMs not owned by Minnequa Works Credit Union, or not in the Shared Branching Co-Op Network may incur fees by the machine’s owner. ****Dividend earnings on Shares, Drafts, Money Markets, and Certificates are available on current Minnequa Works Credit Union rate schedule and are variable and subject to change.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small business owners and entrepreneurs in Southern Colorado within counties served by Minnequa Works Credit Union; recipients must open a business account at the credit union. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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