Nearly Four Decades of Service to Colorado’s Local Governments
The Colorado Surplus Asset Fund Trust (CSAFE) has provided cash...
Built for Safety. Designed for You.
Reliable, compliant investment options for Colorado local governments.
What We Stand For
CSAFE: Serving Colorado Since 1988
CSAFE was developed by Colorado local governments for Colorado local governments.
CSAFE remains as committed today to keeping the “local” in local government investment pool as it was when it was established in 1988.
CSAFE’s mission is simple: to manage participant funds in strict accordance with Colorado Revised Statutes and the CSAFE Cash and Core investment policies.
Every decision is guided by the Board of Trustees’ steadfast commitment to doing what is best for the Colorado local governments that participate in CSAFE.
625+ Local Government Participants
Municipalities, counties, school districts, and special districts across Colorado rely on CSAFE’s cash management options.
AAA-rated Cash and Core Funds
CSAFE maintains the highest possible credit ratings from Fitch Ratings for its two investment options.
GASB 79
Compliant
The Cash Fund adheres to strict daily and weekly liquidity requirements in order to maximize portfolio safety.
Investment Products
Two Fund Options, One Trusted Partner
Utilized in tandem, the Cash and Core Funds equip Colorado’s local governments with proven tools to optimize their cash management strategies. Contact a CSAFE representative to discuss and learn more.
CSAFE Cash
- Stable $1.00 NAV
- Daily liquidity
- No account minimums
- Unlimited subaccounts and redemptions
CSAFE Colorado Core
- Slightly Longer WAM/WAL than CSAFE Cash
- Next-day liquidity
- Limit of 3 redemptions per month
- Seeks to maintain $2.00 share price
Why Choose CSAFE?
Focused on Colorado
While some LGIPs are managed and administered by firms with a national footprint, CSAFE’s investment advisor and general administrator work for only one LGIP: CSAFE.
Just like the professionals managing and administering the program, CSAFE’s best trade ideas stay concentrated on participating Colorado local governments.
At CSAFE, Colorado doesn’t just come first — it is the only state that even matters.
Safety
Preservation of principal is our North Star objective.
Yield
Optimizing returns within statutory and investment policy parameters.
Liquidity
Access to funds informs every asset allocation decision.
Transparency
A Board of Trustees composed of local government officials ensures accountability and oversight.
CSAFE Perspectives
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Never Break the Buck: A Decades-Long Track Record of Safety
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Resources
Access the Documents and Tools You Need
Easily access documents, blog articles, policy statements, and financial reports. CSAFE gives participants the tools and information they need to manage their investments with confidence.
Document Center
Access official reports, policy documents, and financial statements in one place.
Events
Stay informed about upcoming meetings, roundtables, and key CSAFE event dates.
FAQ’s
Find clear answers to common questions about participation, fund access, and compliance.
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Ready to Join a Proven Investment Solution?
CSAFE welcomes Colorado municipalities, counties, school districts, special districts and other eligible public entities. Getting started is simple. We’ll guide you through account setup and provide tools for seamless fund management.