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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.

Community Minded Dance
Performing Arts

Community Minded Dance (CMDance)

Mission Statement

To build healthy, thriving communities, cultivating the next generation of Colorado artists through world-class arts education programs that bring the global culture of social dancing to Colorado youth and adults.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Muse Performance Space

Mission Statement

Mission Statement: to share uplifting experiences through authentic music and visual arts in a welcoming and beautiful environment. We offer a warm and intimate space to connect artists with audiences and mentors with students.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Colorado Choir logo
Performing Arts

The Colorado Choir and Chorus Organization

Mission Statement

To further the musical training of its members and to demonstrate our passion for music and thus inspire, educate and entertain our audiences.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts

Rocky Mountain Flute Choir

Mission Statement

The mission of the Rocky Mountain Flute Choir is to entertain and educate music lovers of all ages in Denver and surrounding regions with flute choir music. We foster a strong sense of community for flutists to explore a variety of music genres, sometimes in collaboration with other local musicians. Providing quality, enjoyable concerts enriches the lives of members of the flute choir and the cultural fabric of our community.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
North Metro Arts Alliance logo
Performing Arts

North Metro Arts Alliance

Mission Statement

To enrich awareness, education, and access to the arts for North Metro residents throughout the calendar year.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association

Mission Statement

To provide educational opportunities through artistic, musical, theatrical, and dance events. To advance and preserve the natural and cultural history of Highlands Ranch residents and the surrounding communities.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
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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
Littleton Community Music Association logo
Performing Arts

Littleton Community Music Association

Mission Statement

To educate youth and adults in instrumental performance and appreciation and engage the community as an audience for amateur and professional musicians.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
Atomic Theater nuclear logo
Performing Arts

Atomic Theatre

Mission Statement

Mission Statement: To conduct and promote theatrical productions and other visual and performance arts events to enhance the community's cultural and social awareness; to promote charitable performing and visual arts events that foster community spirit, social awareness, and diversity; and to provide opportunities for relatively unknown artists and students to practice their art.
1 of 350 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Rocky Mountain Revels

Mission Statement

To build community through music, dance and drama. To engage audiences in performances that bring the world's cultural traditions to life.
1 of 350 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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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!
Tue Feb 17, 12-12PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Thu Feb 19, 10AM-3PM
Aurora, CO
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Mizel Institute

Counterterrorism Education Learning Lab (CELL) Free Day: SCFD Free Day
Fri Feb 20, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance Free Days
Sun Feb 22, All Day
Denver, CO
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Highlands Ranch Concert Band

Winter Concert "Celebrating Colorado"
Sun Feb 22, 3-4:30PM
Greenwood Village, CO
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Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.

Classics Concert
Sun Feb 22, 4-6PM
Brighton, CO
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Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave

Buffalo Bill's Birthday
Thu Feb 26, 10AM-5PM
Golden, CO
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Four Mile Historic Park

2026 SCFD Free Days (Daytime Admission 10am-4pm)
Fri Feb 27, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Mizel Arts & Culture Center

Denver Children’s Theatre Presents: Pete The Cat: The Musical
Sun Mar 01, 10-10AM
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.

SCFD Wonder-Cast host Emma sits across from Animal Care Specialist Krystin at a white table on a blue background

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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