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
Museum of Outdoor Arts
Mission Statement
To make art a part of everyday life.
1 of 348 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Inside the Orchestra
Mission Statement
To bring orchestra music to young children in the greater Denver metropolitan community, cultivating music appreciation and enhancing their education through an engaging first-hand experience with the orchestra.
1 of 348 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Littleton Fine Arts Guild (Depot Art Gallery)
Mission Statement
Our Mission is to be an inspirational leader in artistic creativity and craftsmanship for the benefit of our entire community.
1 of 348 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 348 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Su Teatro
Mission Statement
To promote, produce, develop and preserve the cultural arts, heritage and traditions of the Chicano/Latino community. To advance mutual respect for other cultures; and to establish avenues where all cultures may come together.
1 of 348 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Colorado Ballet
Mission Statement
To present exceptional classical ballet and contemporary dance through performances, training, education and community engagement while inspiring and growing an increasingly diverse audience base.
1 of 348 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Ballet Melange
Mission Statement
Mission Statement: Ballet Melange aims to bring the highest quality of dance to a wide variety of audiences throughout the Denver area, including those who do not have regular access to the arts. We work with national and international choreographers to provide a creative platform for dancers, from early career artists to seasoned professionals.
1 of 348 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Phamaly Theatre Company
Mission Statement
To inspire people to re-envision disability through professional theatre.
1 of 348 organizations funded by SCFD
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 348 organizations funded by SCFD
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 348 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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Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre
FREE Family Film Series – GHOSTBUSTERS. Who you gonna call? Enjoy a free, family‑friendly screening of Ghostbusters, the beloved supernatural comedy that brings laughs, adventure, and just the right amount of spooky fun. Bring favorite people for an evening of ghostly fun, mischievous ghosts, and iconic movie magic. Ghostbusters costume contest before the show! Come early to enjoy the spooky pre-show fun and our concession stand. It’s the perfect way to kick off a community night everyone can enjoy. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Film starts at 7:00 pm.
Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
Worldwide Knit in Public Day - Join other yarnies on the observation deck of the Buffalo Bill Museum from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 13. Enjoy spectacular views and receive a free admission pass to the museum. Knitters and crocheters of all ages and levels are welcome! Bring a chair, hat, sunscreen, water, snacks, and your current yarn project.
Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave
Worldwide Knit in Public Day - Join other yarnies on the observation deck of the Buffalo Bill Museum from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 13, for this FREE event. Enjoy spectacular views and receive a free admission pass to the museum. Knitters and crocheters of all ages and levels are welcome!
Clyfford Still Museum
Denver Pride Month - Free Day
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days and Nights
South Suburban Park and Recreation – Cultural Department
Free Family Fun Nights - this event will take place every 3rd Friday from June through September at Sheridan Recreation Center from 5:30pm -7:30pm
Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado
The Lavender Lyre at Lighthouse Writer’s Workshop, 3844 York St., Denver
Four Mile Historic Park
2026 SCFD Free Days (Daytime Admission 10am-4pm)
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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