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Life is more colorful with SCFD

We fund culture

Seven counties. 300 organizations. One mission: To make sure you have amazing experiences. Let us introduce you to our funded partners.

Columbine Chorale logo
Performing Arts

Columbine Chorale

Mission Statement

To provide its singers and its audiences with the highest possible level of quality in choral music experiences. It is the fundamental goal of the Chorale to present performances of the great choral literature of our age in such a manner that reflects the Chorale's deep sense of commitment to the aesthetic beauty and profound integrity of the music itself.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Roshni logo
Cultural History

Roshni

Mission Statement

Every citizen in the district deserves access to Art and Artistic activities. Every child has the potential to become an Artist, given the right support and access. Every adult can reach their higher potential given the right environment.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performers of the Boulder Opera
Performing Arts

Boulder Opera

Mission Statement

To making opera accessible, inspiring and engaging to the community.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
The Urban Farm logo
Natural Sciences

The Urban Farm

Mission Statement

To inspire excitement for learning through practical work experience in a farm setting while fostering respect, responsibility, curiosity, caring, and grit for youth within the City and County of Denver.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Highlands Ranch Concert Band logo
Performing Arts

Highlands Ranch Concert Band

Mission Statement

To provide a platform for area professional and amateur musicians to provide quality educational public concerts with a variety of musical literature. To promote an educational experience for both the musicians and the public attending the concerts. To provide band and ensemble musical arts and entertainment for this area.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Boulder Metalsmithing Association logo
Visual Arts

Boulder Metalsmithing Association

Mission Statement

The mission of Boulder Metalsmithing Association (BoMA) is to educate the public about the creative and technical processes of metalsmithing, thereby promoting an appreciation of metalwork as an art form and to offer artists, hobbyists and jewelers a place to work.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Aurora Singers logo
Performing Arts

Aurora Singers

Mission Statement

Bringing inspiration and joy through fine choral and musical revue performance to the Aurora/Denver Metro area and beyond.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Boulder Friends of Jazz logo
Performing Arts

Boulder Friends of Jazz

Mission Statement

To preserve, support, promote and encourage Traditional - Dixieland Jazz and cooperate with organizations and individuals to broaden the appreciation and understanding of traditional jazz in its various forms
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
StageDoor Theatre logo
Performing Arts

StageDoor Theatre

Mission Statement

To inspire the hearts and minds of its performers and patrons of all ages.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Open Studios logo
Visual Arts

Open Studios

Mission Statement

To advance and enrich the visual arts and promote the role of artists in the Boulder community.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD

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SCFD funds over 300 organizations in the 7-county Denver metro area.

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Free Days Are Back

Enjoy in-person and virtual programming from the cultural community. Please always check with organizations prior to attending as dates and times are subject to change.

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Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street & Chatfield Farms
Fri Nov 28, 9AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Forney Museum of Transportation

Free Day
Fri Nov 28, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave

Free Admission the First Wednesday of the Month from November 2025-April 2026. For groups of 10 or more please make a reservation. Need a sign language interpreter or CART services? Let us know and we can request that for you from the city of Denver.
Wed Dec 03, 10AM-5PM
Golden, CO
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The Upstart Crow Theatre Company

A Few Good Men - Open Dress Rehearsal (Free to Public)
Wed Dec 03, 7-9PM
Boulder, CO
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The Upstart Crow Theatre Company

A Few Good Men - Open Dress Rehearsal
Wed Dec 03, 7-9PM
Boulder, CO
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Youth On Record

Youth Open Mic - this free community event provides performance opportunities for emerging artists every first Friday. If you're wanting to explore live performance, this event is a perfect opportunity for both first timers and experienced performers, alike! The environment is friendly, encouraging, and non-judgmental. Prizes will be awarded to participants. Food and drinks will be provided. Friends and family members are encouraged to attend!
Fri Dec 05, 4-8PM
Denver, CO
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City of Lakewood Heritage, Culture & Arts

Lakewood Lights
Fri Dec 05, 5-8PM
Lakewood, CO
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Day
Mon Dec 08, 9AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Art Museum

Free Day at the DAM: Engage with art, explore onsite activities, and experience exhibitions on view all while enjoying free general admission!
Tue Dec 09, 10AM-8PM
Denver, CO
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There's so much culture to experience. Learn more about SCFD-funded organizations here.
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Wonder looks good on you

Culture creates vibrancy for us individually and collectively. It gives our kids a unique perspective and understanding of the world. It inspires all of us to get off the couch, discover the radical and the beautiful, and stretches our capacity to be transformed. Through our diverse, local culture, we come together, we come to new ideas, we come to our senses.

A pink and blue graphic featuring two women talking on microphones with "SCFD Wonder-Cast" logo and the name of Episode 3: Cynthia Cazanas Garin

Meet Cynthia Cazanas Garin on the SCFD Wonder-Cast

On this episode of the SCFD Wonder-Cast, meet Cynthia Cazanas Garin and go behind the scenes of the creation of “The Art of Growth”, a short film about the Denver…

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Graphic for Episode 2 of SCFD Wonder-Cast where Emma and Claire smile at each other in front of mics on a blue background with a pink title graphic below.

Meet Claire Gormley and the Boulder Metalsmithing Association with the SCFD Wonder-Cast

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Welcome to the SCFD Wonder-Cast: A New Way to Tell the Stories of SCFD

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A young girl smiles down at a water bottle filled with river sediment as students wade through a river behind her.

A Penny’s Journey: From Your Pocket to Local Rivers and Beyond

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