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
Denver Young Artists Orchestra (DYAO)
Mission Statement
To provide the finest possible youth orchestra programs, inspiring and educating young musicians through the performance of great works of music, and offering valuable cultural opportunities to the community.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Highlands Ranch Historical Society
Mission Statement
To provide monthly informative/educational and entertaining programs with a historical focus, researches and documents Highlands Ranch and other local history, preserve historical artifacts and participate in community events.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
North Metro Arts Alliance
Mission Statement
To enrich awareness, education, and access to the arts for North Metro residents throughout the calendar year.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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 346 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 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Chamber Music Society of Boulder
Mission Statement
To promote classical musical arts and education to ALL people, through an engaging and profound musical experience.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural Sciences
Growing Gardens of Boulder County
Mission Statement
To enrich the lives of our community through sustainable urban agriculture. To provide opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with their food, the land and each other.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Boulder MUSE
Mission Statement
Boulder MUSE is a free music education program designed for under-resourced K-8 students in Boulder County. Our fundamental philosophy is that all children should be able to study music regardless of their financial circumstances.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Mudra Dance Studio
Mission Statement
To enable any person; without any discrimination of caste, creed, color, race, religion, nationality, economic, orientation, educational and social status. To learn the classical, contemporary and folk dances and performing arts of India and participate freely and fully without any reservations in the celebrations of life and diversity through the universal language of dance and music.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Chicano Humanities and Arts Council
Mission Statement
To celebrate Chicano/Latino culture through arts and education.
1 of 346 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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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.
Metropolitan Choral Festival
Season 14 - "Carmina Burana"
Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre
Concert in the Carousel – Denver Mandolin Orchestra and Sentimental Sounds. The Denver Mandolin Orchestra will be doing a free 1-hour performance at the Old Elitch Gardens Carousel House at 3775 Tennyson St. DMO will be playing a music of many genres from various eras. They share the bill with Sentimental Sounds, playing beloved melodies for a warm summer evening. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring lawn chair seating and blankets to enjoy this free Concert in the Carousel!
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days and Nights
Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days at Denver Botanic Gardens - York Street and Chatfield Farms
Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum
SCFD Free Day
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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