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.
Visual Arts
Denver Architecture Foundation
Mission Statement
To inspire people to explore our dynamic city, experience the importance of design to our quality of life and envision an exceptional future for Denver.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Young Voices of Colorado
Mission Statement
To achieve excellence in children's choral music through education and performance.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
Mission Statement
To educate and inspire people of all ages about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural History
Cal-Wood Education Center
Mission Statement
Cal-Wood’s mission is to offer a unique outdoor educational experience to youth and adults. Our founding vision has guided our organization since 1982: to inspire a greater appreciation for the natural world; to offer environmental education to those who would not otherwise experience it; and to provide unique educational opportunities in a special mountain setting. In all programs, Cal-Wood strives to grow the diversity and number of people who
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
T2 Dance Company
Mission Statement
The mission of T2 Dance Company is to enrich the dance scene. We achieve this by presenting high quality contemporary dance theatre on stage, on screen, and in non-traditional spaces, and through initiatives that provide unique choreographic opportunities and experiences to the community.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Mizel Institute
Mission Statement
To develop more educated, conscientious and empowered communities in order to create a world that is safer and more inclusive.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.
Mission Statement
To encourage adult singers and musicians to join our ranks and renew their love of musical performance. We welcome talented singers and musicians regardless of age or financial circumstance to join one or more of our ensembles and share their talent with our patrons.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
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 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural History
Morrison Natural History Museum
Mission Statement
To serve the curious by acquiring, preserving, and displaying objects related to local paleontology while promoting critical thinking and science literacy.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company (Butterfly Effect Theatre of Colorado)
Mission Statement
The Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company presents profound theatrical stories that inspire our audiences and enrich our community.
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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Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum
SCFD Free Evenings - First Thursday of each month, free evening for SCFD Residents only from 4-7pm.
Parker Arts
Art Reception: Contemporary Fiber; Join us for a special evening at the PACE Center Gallery on February 5, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., as we celebrate the opening of the Contemporary Fiber art exhibit. Enjoy live music by Rick Vaught, light refreshments, and an inspiring presentation of exceptional textile and fiber-based works.
Denver Art Museum
Free Day at the DAM: 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.
Museum of Outdoor Arts
Metaphorming Time Exhibition at Madden Gallery - The gallery is open for complimentary general admission Tues-Fri, 10am - 4pm
Motus Theater
Motus Theater's Youth Behind & Beyond Bars at the Colorado Capitol
Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days at Denver Botanic Gardens - York Street and Chatfield Farms
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
DCPAccess Sale - Get low-cost tickets to spectacular DCPA shows through the DCPAccess program, including Next to Normal and English. Login and save while supplies last!
Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Mizel Institute
Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL) Free Day: 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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Meet Heidi Echtenkamp, Wardrobe Supervisor at the DCPA with the SCFD Wonder-Cast
Meet Cynthia Cazanas Garin on the SCFD Wonder-Cast
