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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.

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Performing Arts

Platte Valley Players

Mission Statement

To enrich, educate, and entertain our community members by providing a creative and superior theatrical experience and create an outlet for community involvement toward quality entertainment.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Kantorei logo
Performing Arts

Kantorei

Mission Statement

To elevate the human experience through choral excellence.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
The Spark logo
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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Warm Cookies of the Revolution

Mission Statement

To engage community members in crucial civic issues by creating innovative and fun arts and cultural programs.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Forney Museum of Transportation exhibit with cars
Cultural History

Forney Museum of Transportation

Mission Statement

The Forney Museum of Transportation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization which exists to collect, preserve, and exhibit items of artistic, historical and technological interest relating to transportation for the purposes of education and personal enrichment.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Red Line logo
Visual Arts

RedLine

Mission Statement

To foster education and engagement between artists and communities to create positive social change.
1 of 347 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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Longmont Youth Symphony logo
Performing Arts

Longmont Youth Symphony

Mission Statement

To be an accessible resource for young musicians wishing to develop and excel in their musical abilities under the guidance and leadership of professional music instructors in a creative and stimulating environment.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Chamber Music Society of Greater Denver

Mission Statement

To promote the appreciation and educational power of chamber music.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Swallow Hill Music logo
Performing Arts

Swallow Hill Music Association

Mission Statement

To bring the joy of music to life every day.
1 of 347 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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Mile High Community Band

Summer Concert at Historic Elitch Carousel Dome
Thu Jun 25, 6:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado

The Lavender Lyre at Lighthouse Writer’s Workshop, 3844 York St., Denver
Thu Jun 25, 7:30-9PM
Denver, CO
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Four Mile Historic Park

2026 SCFD Free Days (Daytime Admission 10am-4pm)
Fri Jun 26, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Lighthouse Writers Workshop

Homeschool Enrichment Preview Class
Fri Jun 26, 1-2PM
Denver, CO
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The Art Garage

Adult Open Studio - Need space to work on your art? Join our monthly open studio available at a pay-what-you-can donation to The Art Garage! This is a chance to bring your own work and materials, engage in a focused environment surrounded by other local artists, work at your own pace, and give and get creative feedback from peers.
Fri Jun 26, 5:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado

The Lavender Lyre at United Church of Broomfield, 825 Kohl St, Broomfield. Presented in collaboration with Lighthouse Writer's Workshop.
Fri Jun 26, 7:30-9PM
Broomfield, CO
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South Suburban Parks and Recreation – Nature Programs

Nature Center and Park Visitation - The Carson Nature Center is open for drop in visitation weekends from 9:30am - 4:30pm. Visit live animals, build city on our flood table, and explore exhibits. Over 6 miles of trails in the open space, and five fishing lakes are open sunrise to sunset daily.
Sat Jun 27, 9:30AM-4:30PM
Littleton, CO
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Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days at Denver Botanic Gardens - York Street and Chatfield Farms
Wed Jul 01, All Day
Denver, CO
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Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum

SCFD Free Evenings - First Thursday of each month, free evening for SCFD Residents only from 4-7pm.
Thu Jul 02, 4-7PM
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.

SCFD Wonder-Cast host Emma sits across from Animal Care Specialist Krystin at a white table on a blue background

Meet Krystin Maloney, Lead Animal Ambassador Care Specialist at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

In the season 1 finale of the SCFD Wonder-Cast, meet Krystin Maloney, Lead Animal Ambassador Care Specialist at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance! Learn more about DZCA’s animal ambassador program…

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Meet Kin Quitugua, Master Falconer at HawkQuest

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Meet Heidi Echtenkamp, Wardrobe Supervisor at the DCPA with the SCFD Wonder-Cast

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Meet Cynthia Cazanas Garin on the SCFD Wonder-Cast

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