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.
Performing Arts
Community Minded Dance (CMDance)
Mission Statement
To build healthy, thriving communities, cultivating the next generation of Colorado artists through world-class arts education programs that bring the global culture of social dancing to Colorado youth and adults.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Museum of Outdoor Arts
Mission Statement
To make art a part of everyday life.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Skyline Chapter, Sweet Adeline’s International
Mission Statement
Skyline Chorus makes music to bring joy to and transform lives.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Rocky Mountain Flute Choir
Mission Statement
The mission of the Rocky Mountain Flute Choir is to entertain and educate music lovers of all ages in Denver and surrounding regions with flute choir music. We foster a strong sense of community for flutists to explore a variety of music genres, sometimes in collaboration with other local musicians. Providing quality, enjoyable concerts enriches the lives of members of the flute choir and the cultural fabric of our community.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Denver MountainAires Chapter SPEBSQSA, Inc (Colorado Chord Company)
Mission Statement
A dynamic, growing, diverse and effective organization of vocal artists mastering barbershop harmony who enjoy the fun and fellowship of singing among themselves, for and in service to others.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
40 West Arts
Mission Statement
The 40 West Arts mission is to enrich the community and enhance the creative, cultural, and economic vitality of the historic West Colfax corridor by creating community arts spaces and community arts events and by supporting creative enterprises, experiences, and activities in the district.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
The Dairy Center for the Arts
Mission Statement
To connect a dynamic and diverse community to create inspiring and engaging experiences in the performing, cinematic and visual arts.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Longmont Chorale
Mission Statement
To provide and support an open, non-audition community choir, enriching the lives of singers and patrons through the study, creation, and performance of beautiful choral music.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Evergreen Players
Mission Statement
To create community through the power of theater.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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
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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Littleton Symphony Orchestra
American Festival! Join us for our 2026 Summer Concert Series: American Festival! Bring your family, pack a picnic, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and dance under the stars. Best of all? Admission is completely free! Program to include: - Aaron Copland: Hoe Down & Fanfare for the Common Man - Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 ("From the New World"), IV. Allegro con fuoco - Samuel Ward: America the Beautiful - George Gershwin: An American in Paris - John Williams: Liberty Fanfare 6:00 PM – Opening Performances: Enjoy special guest appearances by our friends at the Littleton Youth Ballet and the Castlewood Lion Pipe Band. 7:00 PM – Main Feature: The Littleton Symphony Orchestra takes the stage for a spectacular evening of American favorites.
Littleton Symphony Orchestra
American Festival! Sunday, August 16, 2026, 6:00 PM Hudson Gardens 6115 S Santa Fe Drive, Littleton Join us for our 2026 Summer Concert Series: American Festival! Bring your family, pack a picnic, and enjoy an unforgettable evening of music and dance under the stars. Best of all? Admission is completely free! Program to include: - Aaron Copland: Hoe Down & Fanfare for the Common Man - Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 ("From the New World"), IV. Allegro con fuoco - Samuel Ward: America the Beautiful - George Gershwin: An American in Paris - John Williams: Liberty Fanfare 6:00 PM – Opening Performances: Enjoy special guest appearances by our friends at the Littleton Youth Ballet and the Castlewood Lion Pipe Band. 7:00 PM – Main Feature: The Littleton Symphony Orchestra takes the stage for a spectacular evening of American favorites.
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
SCFD Access Sale
Museum of Outdoor Arts
Marjorie Park SCFD Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Joy Park Free Night - In collaboration with Denver Parks and Recreation, Joy Park and Adventure Forest will be open for free on Friday July 17, August 21 and September 25 from 4:30 - 8 pm. Tips for a Great Visit: Reservations are not required for this event, just show up and enjoy! Prepare for climbing, digging, zip-lining, splashing, all-in play by bringing sunscreen, towels, a change of clothes and extra socks. Please note: Joy Park Free Nights are rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, Joy Park and Adventure Forest will close. Except for the restrooms, the inside of the Museum will be closed. Pets are not allowed in Joy Park. Service dogs are always welcome.
South Suburban Park and Recreation – Cultural Department
Free Family Fun Nights - this event will take place every 3rd Friday from June through September at Sheridan Recreation Center from 5:30pm -7:30pm
Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre
Family Film Series – THE GREATEST SHOWMAN. Step right up and experience a free, family‑friendly screening of The Greatest Showman, the dazzling musical that celebrates imagination, courage, and the joy of bringing people together. Sing along to unforgettable songs as P.T. Barnum and his extraordinary cast light up the screen with heart, spectacle, and vibrant storytelling. Balloon animals, face painting and stilt walkers set the stage for an evening of circus magic. Don’t forget the popcorn! Doors open at 6:00 pm. Film starts at 7:00 pm.
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.
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.
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
Meet Heidi Echtenkamp, Wardrobe Supervisor at the DCPA with the SCFD Wonder-Cast
