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We fund culture

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

Empire Lyric Players logo
Performing Arts

Empire Lyric Players

Mission Statement

To present the musical comedies of the English composers Gilbert & Sullivan through stage productions and recitals for the Denver community.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
Friends of Dinosaur Ridge logo
Natural History

Friends of Dinosaur Ridge

Mission Statement

To educate the public about, and ensure the preservation of, the natural and historic resources of Dinosaur Ridge, Triceratops Trail, and the surrounding areas.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
St. Andrew's Society logo
Cultural History

St. Andrew Society of Colorado

Mission Statement

To advance Celtic and Scottish history, culture, traditions, education, sports & music and provide an organizational structure for all persons with an interest in Scotland the opportunity to pursue their interest in the shared history, heritage, culture, education, and traditions.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
NOBO Art District logo
Performing Arts

NoBo Art District

Mission Statement

The Mission of the NoBo Art District is to elevate the arts in Boulder, continue the artistic and economic development of north Boulder, and support and enhance the local community. We achieve these goals by: Providing opportunities for artists to enrich and advance their careers. Continuing to build the NoBo Art District as an artistic and business destination. Providing the community with events, education opportunities, and creative outlets.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
Denver Concert Band logo
Performing Arts

The Denver Concert Band

Mission Statement

To enrich the cultural fabric of our community by presenting dynamic musical experiences, by supporting and educating Colorado youth and music lovers of all ages, and by providing opportunities for adult musicians to continue their avocation.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
Curious Theatre Company logo
Performing Arts

Curious Theatre Company

Mission Statement

To engage the community in important contemporary issues through provocative modern theatre.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
Parlando logo
Performing Arts

Parlando School of Musical Arts

Mission Statement

To provide access to people of all ages and abilities, inspiring them to share in the love of music and the arts through education, community collaboration, and performance opportunity.
1 of 338 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

JLF Colorado

Mission Statement

The mission of JLF Colorado is to cultivate culturally diverse, literary, visual and performing arts programming; provide platforms for intercultural conversations, and to disseminate knowledge from diverse cultural perspectives.
1 of 338 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 338 organizations funded by SCFD
A woman in costume singing for Dia de los Muertos
Cultural History

Centro Cultural Mexicano (Mexican Cultural Center)

Mission Statement

To increase awareness of Mexico's splendid traditions of travel, cuisine, art, music and handcrafts among the audiences of Colorado.
1 of 338 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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40 West Arts

Disney Animation Historian Artist Talk at RMCAD
Tue Feb 11, 5-7PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street & Chatfield Farms
Thu Feb 13, 9AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Forney Museum of Transportation

Free Day
Fri Feb 14, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Parker Arts

Lunar New Year Celebration; This vibrant cultural celebration will feature traditional performances, martial arts, hands-on activities, and more, bringing the community together to celebrate the Year of the Snake. Attendees can enjoy mini classes, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities that highlight the rich traditions and customs of the Lunar New Year. Lunar New Year is generously sponsored by the Dragon Boat Festival, Great Wall Chinese Academy, Global Village Academy, Denver Chinese School, Rotary Club of Parker, FirstBank, Douglas County School District and Asian Avenue Magazine.
Sat Feb 15, 10AM-2PM
Parker, CO
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Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days at Plains Conservation Center: This Aurora-based center helps students and adults grow their knowledge and appreciation of the prairie ecosystem and the cultural history of Colorado through a variety of educational programs managed by Denver Botanic Gardens in cooperation with the City of Aurora.
Thu Feb 20, 10AM-3PM
Aurora, CO
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Museo de las Americas

Opening Reception – AfroMexican Journey: Yanga, Slavery & Freedom
Thu Feb 20, 6-9PM
Denver, CO
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Mizel Institute

Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL) Free Day: SCFD Free Day
Fri Feb 21, 10AM-4PM
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!
Sat Feb 22, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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A-PAL (Asian Pacific Association of Longmont)

2025 Lunar New Year Celebration
Sat Feb 22, 2-5PM
Longmont, 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.

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Embracing Everything with Colorado MahlerFest

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Dr. Martin Lockley, the late co-founder of Dinosaur Ridge, examining trace fossils on a rocky slope.

Following in the Footsteps of Dr. Martin Lockley at Dinosaur Ridge

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A rehearsal of Roshni's play, Yatra: A Journey to Truth, Light and Life

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