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
Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre
Mission Statement
To aid in the restoration of the theatre and to highlight it's historical significance as one of the nations most iconic theatres, while providing affordable family- friendly cultural art events that honor the legacy of Mary Elitch.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Open Studios
Mission Statement
To advance and enrich the visual arts and promote the role of artists in the Boulder community.
1 of 347 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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Roshni
Mission Statement
Every citizen in the district deserves access to Art and Artistic activities. Every child has the potential to become an Artist, given the right support and access. Every adult can reach their higher potential given the right environment.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Colorado Railroad Museum
Mission Statement
The mission of the Colorado Railroad Museum is to preserve and convey the rich history of railroading in the Rocky Mountain region through acquisition, research, exhibition, and education.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Art from Ashes
Mission Statement
Art from Ashes exists to empower struggling youth by providing creative programs that facilitate health and hope through expression, connection and transformation.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Davis Contemporary Dance Company
Mission Statement
To bring a greater awareness of dance to many diverse audiences, especially those who have never been exposed to the beauty of dance.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Kantorei
Mission Statement
To elevate the human experience through choral excellence.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Junkyard Social Club
Mission Statement
Our mission is to ignite curiosity, unleash imagination, and cultivate connection at the convergence of art and science.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
The Denver Brass
Mission Statement
To bring the highest quality of brass performance and literature to a diverse and expanding audience in the seven-county region, the state of Colorado, the United States and the world. To educate audiences in regard to musical styles and the art of brass playing. To educate brass musicians in technical and musical skills. To contribute to new brass literature through commissions and publication.
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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Thornton Community Band
4th of July Concert - Margaret Carpenter Park, 3498 E 112th Ave, Thornton, CO
South Suburban Parks and Recreation – Nature Programs
Hudson Gardens Self-Guided Field Trips - Explore the Gardens with your group at your own pace. Facilitators are welcome to bring their own activities and lessons to aid in the field trip experience.
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
SCFD Access Sale
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Write to Connect Celebration and Anthology Release
Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Colorado Music Festival & Center for Musical Arts
Free Family Day
Denver Art Museum
Free Day at the Denver Art Museum - Engage with art, explore onsite activities, and experience exhibitions on view all while enjoying free general admission! Free Days include access to the entire Denver Art Museum campus, including the Hamilton Building, Martin Building, and The Kirkland. Special ticketed exhibitions require additional ticket.
South Suburban Parks and Recreation – Nature Programs
Nature Center and Park Visitation - The Carson Nature Center is open Tuesday through Friday for drop in visitation from 12 - 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.
Museum of Outdoor Arts
Marjorie Park 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.
Meet Krystin Maloney, Lead Animal Ambassador Care Specialist at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance
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