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.
Natural Sciences
Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus
Mission Statement
To create extraordinary experiences that champion the wonder and joy of childhood.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Skyline Chapter, Sweet Adeline’s International
Mission Statement
Skyline Chorus makes music to bring joy to and transform lives.
1 of 347 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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural Sciences
Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance
Mission Statement
Our mission is to elevate the care and protection of wildlife by fostering a sense of community and collaboration through the Alliance!
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Denver Art Museum
Mission Statement
To enrich the lives of present and future generations through the acquisition, presentation, and preservation of works of art, supported by exemplary scholarship and public programs related to both its permanent collections and to temporary exhibitions presented by the museum.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Boulder Ballet
Mission Statement
The mission of Boulder Ballet is to create, explore and extend the artistry, passion and joy of dance in community with its artists, students and audiences through the opportunities of performance, the excellence of training, the enrichment of education and outreach for all.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Boulder Metalsmithing Association
Mission Statement
The mission of Boulder Metalsmithing Association (BoMA) is to educate the public about the creative and technical processes of metalsmithing, thereby promoting an appreciation of metalwork as an art form and to offer artists, hobbyists and jewelers a place to work.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Colorado Brass
Mission Statement
Mission Statement: Building a brass band community through education, performance, and competition.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Gift of Jazz
Mission Statement
To enrich the community through the creation, promotion, and preservation of the art of Jazz in the Rocky Mountain region, and to broaden the audience for jazz music through jazz education and outreach.
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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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.
Museum of Outdoor Arts
Marjorie Park SCFD Free Day
Parker Arts
15 Years of the PACE Center Celebration; Celebrate 15 years of the PACE Center with a FREE community celebration at Discovery Park on Thursday, July 16! From 5:00–6:30 p.m., enjoy an evening of family-friendly activities, including giant bubbles with The Bubble Guy, balloon art by Scott Howard, face painting by All About Fairies, live chalk art by Parker Artist Guild artist Rachel Hueske, interactive booths from local arts and community partners, and more. Then, stay for a free outdoor concert as we celebrate 15 years of bringing arts, culture, education, and entertainment to the Parker community. Whether you've been with us since opening day or are discovering PACE for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the creativity, connection, and community that have made the PACE Center a beloved destination for the past 15 years. Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration!
Parker Arts
15 years of the PACE Center Celebration - Celebrate 15 years of the PACE Center with a FREE community celebration at Discovery Park on Thursday, July 16! From 5:00–6:30 p.m., enjoy an evening of family-friendly activities, including giant bubbles with The Bubble Guy, balloon art by Scott Howard, face painting by All About Fairies, live chalk art by Parker Artist Guild artist Rachel Hueske, interactive booths from local arts and community partners, and more. Then, stay for a free outdoor concert as we celebrate 15 years of bringing arts, culture, education, and entertainment to the Parker community. Whether you've been with us since opening day or are discovering PACE for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the creativity, connection, and community that have made the PACE Center a beloved destination for the past 15 years. Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration!
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
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.
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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