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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.

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Cultural History

Sacred Voices

Mission Statement

Sacred Voices empowers BIPOC youth to find their voice, embrace their culture, become community leaders, and promote artistic expression in the Denver metro area.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Thornton Community Chorus

Mission Statement

To provide local, affordable and diverse vocal music offerings for the community and enhance the overall program of arts and culture with the City of Thornton and the surrounding communities. To provide a venue for a local community based group of talented volunteer performers who want to give back to the community through concerts of choral music.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Natural History

South Suburban Parks and Recreation – Nature Programs

Mission Statement

To further the appreciation of natural open space for our community through direct positive experiences.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Centro Cultural Mexicano (Mexican Cultural Center)

Mission Statement

To increase awareness of Mexico's splendid traditions of travel, cuisine, art, music and handcrafts among the audiences of Colorado.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Phamaly Theatre Company

Mission Statement

To inspire people to re-envision disability through professional theatre.
1 of 349 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 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Lighthouse Writers Workshop

Mission Statement

To provide the highest caliber of artistic education, support, and community for writers and readers in the Rocky Mountain Region and beyond. To ensure that literature maintains its proper prominence in the culture, and that individuals achieve their fullest potential as artists and human beings.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Visual Arts

Open Studios

Mission Statement

To advance and enrich the visual arts and promote the role of artists in the Boulder community.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Miners Alley Playhouse

Mission Statement

To be an educational and experience oriented professional theatre. To provide opportunities for actors, directors, writers, designers, and technicians to gain valuable experience in a positive and supportive environment and get paid a living wage.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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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 349 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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Friends of Dinosaur Ridge

Celebrate the Sesquicentennial Dino Ridge Style! - Visitors enjoy free entry to our Exhibit Hall at the Main Visitor Center and can save $5 on guided bus tours of Dinosaur Ridge.
Fri Apr 24, 9AM-4PM
Morrison, CO
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Four Mile Historic Park

2026 SCFD Free Days (Daytime Admission 10am-4pm)
Fri Apr 24, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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The Art Garage

Adult Open Studio - Need space to work on your art? Join our monthly open studio available at a pay-what-you-can donation to The Art Garage! This is a chance to bring your own work and materials, engage in a focused environment surrounded by other local artists, work at your own pace, and give and get creative feedback from peers.
Fri Apr 24, 5:30-8:30PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Denver Museum of Nature & Science Free Days and Nights
Sun Apr 26, 9AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Art Museum

Día del Niño Celebration & Free Day at the Denver Art Museum - This Free Day at the DAM is also our annual Día del Niño Celebration! Enjoy live performances, artmaking, 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
Sun Apr 26, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Clyfford Still Museum

Clyfford Still SCFD Free Day with Día del Niño Celebration Program from 10:30am -12:30pm
Sun Apr 26, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Art Museum

Dia Del Nino 2026
Sun Apr 26, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Denver Art Museum

Dia Del Nino 2026
Sun Apr 26, 1-3PM
Denver, CO
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Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.

Stage & Screen Concert
Sun Apr 26, 4-6PM
Brighton, 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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