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.
Natural Sciences
Bluff Lake Nature Center
Mission Statement
Bluff Lake Nature Center is a unique urban natural area dedicated to educating and inspiring people of all ages to respect, protect, and connect with our natural world.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
St. Martin’s Chamber Choir
Mission Statement
To perform classical choral music to the highest professional standards, and to inspire appreciation of the choral art by educating audiences and the wider community.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Ballet Melange
Mission Statement
Mission Statement: Ballet Melange aims to bring the highest quality of dance to a wide variety of audiences throughout the Denver area, including those who do not have regular access to the arts. We work with national and international choreographers to provide a creative platform for dancers, from early career artists to seasoned professionals.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Carousel of Happiness
Mission Statement
To inspire happiness, well-being, and service to others through stories and experiences.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Motus Theater
Mission Statement
To create original theater to facilitate dialogue on critical issues of our time. We aim to use the power of art to build alliances across diverse segments of our community.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Colorado Music Festival & Center for Musical Arts
Mission Statement
To inspire and connect community members of all ages by providing access to the best of the world's music through education and performance.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Littleton Town Hall Arts Center
Mission Statement
To enrich the cultural, social and educational life of the community through professionally produced live theatre, concerts, other cultural events and year-round educational programs for children and adults.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
The Spark
Mission Statement
It is the mission of The Spark to inspire, educate, and empower artists and the community through innovative productions, comprehensive training, and a welcoming support structure for all those who create.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Control Group Productions
Mission Statement
Control Group Productions is a platform for live arts research, development, distribution, and advocacy. Driven by the belief that art is integral to a healthy society, and guided by values of bold innovation in artistic excellence, we advance the Denver community and the global culture by creating original works, supporting other artists' work, and engaging the public with powerful, immersive aesthetic experiences, dialog, and education.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Shaolin Hung Mei Kung Fu Association
Mission Statement
To offer the teachings, history, philosophies, theories, culture, and physical techniques of Shaolin Hung Mei. To promote authentic Chinese history and culture to our students and to the public through classes, performances, programs and special events.
1 of 335 organizations funded by SCFD
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 Center for the Performing Arts
Shakespeare in the Parking Lot
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Day
Clyfford Still Museum
SCFD Free Day
Denver Art Museum
Free Day at the DAM and Dia del Nino Celebration: Engage with art, explore onsite activities, and experience exhibitions on view all while enjoying free general admission! Today also see special performances for our annual Dia del Nino/Children's Day Celebration!
Clyfford Still Museum
Día del Niño Celebration
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Dia del nino
Skyline Chapter, Sweet Adeline’s International
Regional Competition Send-Off Show
Skyline Chapter, Sweet Adeline’s International
Spring Showcase Performance
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!
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.
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