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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.

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Performing Arts

Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre

Mission Statement

To aid in the restoration of the theatre and to highlight it's historical significance as one of the nations most iconic theatres, while providing affordable family- friendly cultural art events that honor the legacy of Mary Elitch.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Performance Now Theatre Company

Mission Statement

To bring professional, affordable entertainment to you and your family; enriching your lives through musicals, dramas, and comedies, while providing an opportunity for the next generation of performers in live theatre.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Cultural History

Museum of Boulder

Mission Statement

The Museum of Boulder provides engaging educational experiences for people to explore the continuing history of the Boulder region. The Museum collects, preserves, and presents Boulder history in order to connect residents and visitors to the past, provide a context for the present, and inspire a vision for the future.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Performers of the Boulder Opera
Performing Arts

Boulder Opera

Mission Statement

To making opera accessible, inspiring and engaging to the community.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Natural History

Wild Bear Nature Center

Mission Statement

To provide year-round educational programs to people of all ages to foster a lifelong appreciation of the environment and to promote an environmentally aware, responsible and ecologically sound community.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
Denver Children's Choir
Performing Arts

Denver Children’s Choir

Mission Statement

To inspire and unite children from diverse backgrounds by fostering harmony in music and in life.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Englewood Arts

Mission Statement

To enrich the life of its community through arts education and performance in dance, music, theater, and the visual arts.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Natural History

Cal-Wood Education Center

Mission Statement

Cal-Wood’s mission is to offer a unique outdoor educational experience to youth and adults. Our founding vision has guided our organization since 1982: to inspire a greater appreciation for the natural world; to offer environmental education to those who would not otherwise experience it; and to provide unique educational opportunities in a special mountain setting. In all programs, Cal-Wood strives to grow the diversity and number of people who
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Columbine Chorale

Mission Statement

To provide its singers and its audiences with the highest possible level of quality in choral music experiences. It is the fundamental goal of the Chorale to present performances of the great choral literature of our age in such a manner that reflects the Chorale's deep sense of commitment to the aesthetic beauty and profound integrity of the music itself.
1 of 346 organizations funded by SCFD
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Performing Arts

Brightonmusic Choir and Orchestra Inc.

Mission Statement

To encourage adult singers and musicians to join our ranks and renew their love of musical performance. We welcome talented singers and musicians regardless of age or financial circumstance to join one or more of our ensembles and share their talent with our patrons.
1 of 346 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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Platte Valley Players

Goodnight Moon - Based on the beloved children’s classic by Margaret Wise Brown, illustrated by Clement Hurd, and adapted for the live stage by Chad Henry, Goodnight Moon brings the familiar world of the bedtime story to life through music, movement and playful storytelling. Goodnight Moon is a gentle, imaginative celebration of wonder, comfort and the simple magic of saying “goodnight.” A charming theatrical experience for young audiences and the young at heart. SHOWTIMES: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM
Mon Nov 09, 10AM-12:30PM
Brighton, CO
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Colorado Chamber Players

Women of the Baroque at TrailWinds Rec Center (Active Adult Wing) 13495 Holly St, Thornton, 80602. Call to reserve a FREE spot at: Janice Koch 720-977-5855
Mon Nov 09, 4-5PM
Thornton, CO

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.
Tue Nov 10, 12-4:30PM
Littleton, CO
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Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance Free Days
Wed Nov 11, All Day
Denver, CO
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Cherokee Ranch & Castle Foundation

Veterans Day Tour - Honoring our Vets
Wed Nov 11, 10-11:30AM
Sedalia, CO
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Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance Free Days
Sat Nov 14, All Day
Denver, CO
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Denver Botanic Gardens

Free Days Denver Botanic Gardens at Plains Conservation Center
Sat Nov 14, 10AM-3PM
Aurora, CO
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Thornton Community Band

TCB Chamber Winds Fall 2026 Recital
Sat Nov 14, 2:30-3:30PM
Thornton, CO
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Motus Theater

Motus Theater Presents: What Love Requires in Lafayette, CO
Sat Nov 14, 6:30-8:30PM
Lafayette, 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 Daphne Rice-Allen, Board Chair of the Black American West Museum & Heritage Center

Dare to wonder with us in this new season of the SCFD Wonder-Cast! In this episode we chat with Daphne Rice-Allen about the Denver metro area’s vibrant Black history and…

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Meet Krystin Maloney, Lead Animal Ambassador Care Specialist at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

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