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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.

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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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Performing Arts Academy

Mission Statement

Creating Community, Building Character and Inspiring excellence through performing arts education.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Colorado Brass

Mission Statement

Mission Statement: Building a brass band community through education, performance, and competition.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts

Colorado Cello Summit

Mission Statement

To build and grow the cello-playing community in Colorado by creating an environment where cellists can come together to learn and make music.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Arvada Center logo
Performing Arts

Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities

Mission Statement

To celebrate and elevate the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone who visits us.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Natural Sciences

The Urban Farm

Mission Statement

To inspire excitement for learning through practical work experience in a farm setting while fostering respect, responsibility, curiosity, caring, and grit for youth within the City and County of Denver.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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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
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Visual Arts

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver

Mission Statement

To inspire and challenge all audiences, creating understanding and dialogue about the art of our time.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Cherry Creek Chorale

Mission Statement

To offer engaging and varied musical experiences that connect singers and audiences, and to be a catalyst for collaborative performances that share our artistic excellence and passion for the choral art.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Ars Nova Singers

Mission Statement

To delight, inspire, and enlighten audiences with choral music of the highest artistic quality.
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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40 West Arts

Cruisin' Colfax Art Crawl
Fri Aug 07, 5-9PM
Lakewood, CO
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Carousel of Happiness

Mary Wingate Free Ride Days - Annual weekend celebrating Mary Wingate, with free rides for all on Saturday and Sunday.
Sat Aug 08, 10AM-5PM
Nederland, CO
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Carousel of Happiness

Mary Wingate Free Ride Days - Annual weekend celebrating Mary Wingate, with free rides for all on Saturday and Sunday.
Sun Aug 09, 10AM-5PM
Nederland, CO
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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.
Tue Aug 11, 12-4:30PM
Littleton, CO
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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.
Fri Aug 14, 6-8:30PM
Littleton, CO
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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.
Sun Aug 16, 6-8:30PM
Littleton, CO
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Denver Center for the Performing Arts

SCFD Access Sale
Tue Aug 18, 12-12PM
Denver, CO
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Museum of Outdoor Arts

Marjorie Park SCFD Free Day
Wed Aug 19, 10AM-4PM
Greenwood Village, CO
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Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Thu Aug 20, 9AM-2PM
Aurora, 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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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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