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.
Cultural History
Tango Colorado
Mission Statement
To provide a forum where people can meet regularly to learn, practice, perform and enjoy Argentine Tango dance, music and culture.
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
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
Performing Arts
The Playground Ensemble
Mission Statement
To promote the music of our time through performance, new music commissions, education, and community outreach.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
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
NoBo Art District
Mission Statement
The Mission of the NoBo Art District is to elevate the arts in Boulder, continue the artistic and economic development of north Boulder, and support and enhance the local community. We achieve these goals by: Providing opportunities for artists to enrich and advance their careers. Continuing to build the NoBo Art District as an artistic and business destination. Providing the community with events, education opportunities, and creative outlets.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Natural History
Friends of Dinosaur Ridge
Mission Statement
To educate the public about, and ensure the preservation of, the natural and historic resources of Dinosaur Ridge, Triceratops Trail, and the surrounding areas.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Cultural History
Longmont Museum
Mission Statement
To explore history, experience art, and discover new ideas through dynamic programs, exhibitions, and events.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts
Mile High Freedom Band
Mission Statement
To engage, excite, educate, and entertain audiences and develop performers of all abilities. To make a positive contribution to the LGBT and other communities through our performances and activities.
1 of 347 organizations funded by SCFD
Visual Arts
Groundworks Art Lab
Mission Statement
Groundworks Art Lab's mission is to cultivate the artist in each of us by inviting creative collaboration in the study, practice, and advancement of the studio arts.
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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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)
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Homeschool Enrichment Preview Class
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.
Baroque Chamber Orchestra of Colorado
The Lavender Lyre at United Church of Broomfield, 825 Kohl St, Broomfield. Presented in collaboration with Lighthouse Writer's Workshop.
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.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Free Days at Denver Botanic Gardens - York Street and Chatfield Farms
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
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