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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.

Denver Architecture Foundation logo
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 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Four Mile Historic Park logo
Cultural History

Four Mile Historic Park

Mission Statement

To educate a diverse community through experiences which promote preservation, interpretation and enjoyment of Denver's western heritage.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
One World Singers logo
Performing Arts

One World Singers

Mission Statement

To promote understanding of our common humanity. The organization realizes this goal by performing choral music from diverse cultures and traditions; nurturing the musical abilities of all who wish to sing; presenting free and paid admission concerts in the local community; and touring regionally, nationally and internationally.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Rocky Mountain Brassworks logo
Performing Arts

Rocky Mountain Brassworks

Mission Statement

To educate and inspire young musicians, enrich the musical experience of the public, and provide a challenging as well as enjoyable environment for its members.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Flatirons Community Orchestra logo
Performing Arts

Flatirons Community Orchestra

Mission Statement

To provide an avenue for the extension of musical studies and lifetime enrichment for instrumentalists of all ages and expertise. To study and prepare orchestral repertoire through regular rehearsals and free performances for the general public. To supply musical accompaniment for special events.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
NOBO Art District logo
Performing Arts

NoBo Art District

Mission Statement

The Mission of the NoBo Art District is to elevate the arts in Boulder, continue the artistic and economic development of north Boulder, and support and enhance the local community. We achieve these goals by: Providing opportunities for artists to enrich and advance their careers. Continuing to build the NoBo Art District as an artistic and business destination. Providing the community with events, education opportunities, and creative outlets.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Cherry Creek Chorale logo
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 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Longmont Concert Band logo
Performing Arts

Longmont Concert Band

Mission Statement

To provide quality concert band music to the general public, to provide a fun and invigorating atmosphere for local amateur musicians to create music, and to increase the sense of community in the local area by actively participating in local events.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation logo
Cultural History

Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation

Mission Statement

To preserve the natural environment, enhancing cultural life in Colorado and providing educational opportunities devoted to western heritage, wildlife and the arts.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Ovation West Performing Arts logo
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 346 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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Museum of Outdoor Arts

SCFD Free Day - Our dates are the 7th and 28th of October, and Nov 18th. The park opens at 10am on these dates and the last admission is 4pm...park closing at 5pm.
Wed Oct 07, 10AM-4PM
Greenwood Village, CO
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Parker Arts

Art Reception: Sublime Nature: Kate Breakey and Tony Hochstetler. Celebrate Sublime Nature during this free community reception at the PACE Center Gallery. Meet fellow art enthusiasts, enjoy light refreshments and music, and experience the exhibition in a welcoming gallery setting. Bring your friends and family to explore the exhibition and discover the extraordinary beauty of the natural world through the eyes of Kate Breakey and Tony Hochstetler. Admission is free and open to the public, but please RSVP for the reception.
Thu Oct 08, 6-7:30PM
Parker, CO
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Forney Museum of Transportation

Free Day
Fri Oct 09, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Forney Museum of Transportation

Free Day at the Forney Museum of Transportation
Fri Oct 09, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Open Studios

Open Studios Tour takes place in artists' studios in all towns in Boulder County as well as studios in unincorporated areas.
Sat Oct 10, 12-5PM
Boulder, CO
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Colorado Music Festival & Center for Musical Arts

Center for Musical Arts Open House
Sat Oct 10, 1-4PM
Lafayette, CO
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Lighthouse Writers Workshop

Queer Creatives Fest: Queermunity Dinner—A HalloQween Feature with Alice Glamoure
Sat Oct 10, 6:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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Lighthouse Writers Workshop

Queermunity Dinner—A HalloQween Feature with Alice Glamoure
Sat Oct 10, 6:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days and Nights
Sun Oct 11, 9AM-5PM
Denver, 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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