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
Ballet Ariel
Mission Statement
Ballet Ariel presents original ballets that combine classical tradition and images of contemporary culture, while providing dance education and fostering appreciation of the art of ballet.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural History
Wild Bear Nature Center
Mission Statement
To provide year-round educational programs to people of all ages to foster a lifelong appreciation of the environment and to promote an environmentally aware, responsible and ecologically sound community.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Orpheus Pagan Chamber Choir
Mission Statement
To broaden the greater community's understanding of Pagan beliefs and cultural influences through innovative choral performances.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
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 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Dance Arts Studio
Mission Statement
To provide our students with support and encouragement to work hard, build self-confidence and discipline, and be inspired to grow and excel in their dance education. We provide quality dance instruction through caring, professional instructors in a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere that motivates dancers to become a positive force in the community, perform at their personal best and have fun!
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural Sciences
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
Mission Statement
Conserving birds and their habitats through science, education and land stewardship.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Mile High Freedom Band
Mission Statement
To engage, excite, educate, and entertain audiences and develop performers of all abilities. To make a positive contribution to the LGBT and other communities through our performances and activities.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Denver Children’s Choir
Mission Statement
To inspire and unite children from diverse backgrounds by fostering harmony in music and in life.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Carousel of Happiness
Mission Statement
To inspire happiness, well-being, and service to others through stories and experiences.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
Mission Statement
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is a catalyst for creative experiences through the exploration of significant art of our time.
1 of 350 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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Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
Buffalo Bill's Birthday
Four Mile Historic Park
2026 SCFD Free Days (Daytime Admission 10am-4pm)
Motus Theater
Motus Theater & Denver District 7 Present: Motus Playback: Loving Our Immigrant Neighbors
Mizel Arts & Culture Center
Denver Children’s Theatre Presents: Pete The Cat: The Musical
Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
Free Admission the First Wednesday of the Month from November 2025-April 2026. For groups of 10 or more please make a reservation. Need a sign language interpreter or CART services? Let us know and we can request that for you from the city of Denver.
Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum
SCFD Free Evenings - First Thursday of each month, free evening for SCFD Residents only from 4-7pm.
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days and Nights
Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum
SCFD Free Evening
Thornton Community Band
HerStory - A Celebration of Women in Music
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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