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Take Part in SCFD’s Listening Tour

A colorful schedule of upcoming reauthorization workshops from July 7 - August 4

Calling all SCFD funded partners and supporters: we want your feedback! Join SCFD and our consultant, GBSM, at Reauthorization Community Workshops this summer. These workshops are a key part of Phase 2 of the Road to Reauthorization, the listening tour. Of note, all workshops will cover the same topics including: SCFD eligibility, funding formula and models; application processes; optimizing operations; balancing equity and development; and collaboration with organizations and your communities..

This is your chance to share what you think works well with SCFD and ideas you have to improve SCFD’s overall processes and funding model. Each county has different needs and perspectives, so we encourage you to attend your county’s workshop. However, you may attend whichever session works best for your schedule. Key themes and ideas gathered through these workshops will help shape initial proposals for statute updates developed in Phase 3.

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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.

Arapahoe Philharmonic logo
Performing Arts

Arapahoe Philharmonic, Inc.

Mission Statement

The Arapahoe Philharmonic's mission is to engage, enrich and inspire our community through musical performance, education and outreach.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Colorado Music Festival logo
Performing Arts

Colorado Music Festival & Center for Musical Arts

Mission Statement

To inspire and connect community members of all ages by providing access to the best of the world's music through education and performance.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Majestic View Nature Center logo
Natural Sciences

Majestic View Nature Center

Mission Statement

To promote environmental education and nature interpretation for Arvada and surrounding communities.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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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 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts

Band of Toughs

Mission Statement

Band of Toughs is committed to producing original, genre-mashing, theatrical work; developing projects in a creative, educational, laboratory process in which the audience is invited to engage in an exchange of ideas as collaborators. Audience responses are incorporated into the ensuing rehearsal process and directly inform the development of final productions.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts

Ciorcal Cairde Irish Pipes & Drums

Mission Statement

The mission of Ciorcal Cairde Irish Pipes & Drums is to share, teach, and inspire others to learn about Irish music, culture, and traditions. Through education, practice, performance, and competition, we strive to share the history of Irish music, Bagpiping, Celtic drumming, Pipe Bands, and Irish heritage with the community.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Historic Denver/ Molly Brown House Museum

Mission Statement

To enhance the city's unique identity through education, activism, and stewardship on behalf of local heritage and historic places. To enhance the city's unique identity by telling the story of Margaret "Molly" Brown's activism, philanthropy and passion through educational programs, exhibits and stewardship.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Boulder Chamber Orchestra logo
Performing Arts

Chamber Music Society of Boulder

Mission Statement

To promote classical musical arts and education to ALL people, through an engaging and profound musical experience.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Golden History Museum & Park

Mission Statement

To engage and inspire visitors by preserving and sharing Golden's history.
1 of 347 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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Four Mile Historic Park

2026 SCFD Free Days (Daytime Admission 10am-4pm)
Fri Jul 24, 10AM-4PM
Denver, CO
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Evergreen Jazz Festival

Free Trad Jazz Education Seminar
Fri Jul 24, 12-2PM
Evergreen, CO
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South Suburban Parks and Recreation – Nature Programs

Nature Center and Park Visitation - The Carson Nature Center is open for drop in visitation weekends from 9:30am - 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.
Sat Jul 25, 9:30AM-4:30PM
Littleton, CO
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40 West Arts

Summer Art Block Party
Sat Jul 25, 4-8PM
Lakewood, CO
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Clyfford Still Museum

Clyfford Still Museum SCFD Free Day and Disability Pride Celebration - Enjoy free mini-tours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and Disability Pride Celebration activities from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sun Jul 26, 10AM-5PM
Denver, CO
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Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre

Concert in the Carousel – Flatirons Jazz Orchestra. Rated “Best Big Band in Denver” by CBS Local, FJO is a traditional 18-piece big band. The band authentically recreates the great Swing-Era dance music of Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Gene Krupa, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Diane Schuur, Buddy Rich, and more. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring lawn chair seating and blankets to enjoy this free Concert in the Carousel!
Sun Jul 26, 6-7:30PM
Denver, CO
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Lighthouse Writers Workshop

Young Adult Writers - This event is in person. Join virtually on July 30.
Tue Jul 28, 6-8PM
Denver, CO
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Museum of Outdoor Arts

Marjorie Park SCFD Free Day
Wed Jul 29, 10AM-4PM
Greenwood Village, 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 Jul 31, 5:30-8:30PM
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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