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 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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
VIVA Theater
Mission Statement
The Society for Creative Aging/VIVA Theater is a non-profit cultural organization whose mission is to encourage healthy and vibrant aging through creative expression by providing opportunities for older adults to participate in the arts as performers, learners and audience.
1 of 347 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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Ovation West Performing Arts
Mission Statement
To teach, create, and perform outstanding music and musical theatre and to provide a high quality performing arts venue.
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
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 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
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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Menorah: Arts, Culture, and Education at the Boulder JCC
Mission Statement
To provide enlightening and entertaining arts, cultural, and educational programs for the Jewish community and the community at large.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Mizel Arts & Culture Center
Mission Statement
To produce, present, advance and preserve the arts-serving as a performance and exhibition venue and an educational resource for every stage of life.
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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Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum
SCFD Free Evenings - First Thursday of each month, free evening for SCFD Residents only from 4-7pm.
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.
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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