June 2025
 
 
Celebrating 10 Years: FSWCF Honors Rural Success, Fathers, and Juneteenth!
 
Happy June from First Southwest Community Fund!
 
We're proud to celebrate a decade of impact: nearly 1,000 jobs created and over $29 million in loans provided to dreamers who fuel our rural economies. Learn more about our work in our annual impact report linked here.
 
June also brings two meaningful celebrations. We honor the dedicated fathers and father figures who shape our communities with their strength, wisdom, and unwavering support. Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads!
We also commemorate Juneteenth, celebrating freedom and reflecting on our ongoing commitment to equitable access to capital for all. 
 
Entrepreneurship is a powerful path to economic freedom, and we're dedicated to ensuring access for everyone in rural Colorado.
 
Thank you for reading and sharing this newsletter. Together, we're building stronger, more resilient communities.
 
Rosy McDonough
Executive Director, First Southwest Community Fund
Education Success
 
FSWCF, in partnership with the Colorado SBDC recently wrapped up our 8-week “Leading Edge” Strategic Business Planning Series for 35 rural Colorado small business owners. All participants reported greater confidence in operating their businesses using new strategic planning tools acquired from the series. Our powerful partnership with the SBDC helps us to fulfill our mission to equip rural entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to launch and grow their businesses. 
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