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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.

Children's Museum of Denver at Marisco Campus logo
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 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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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 349 organizations funded by SCFD
Performing Arts

Kutandara Center

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the joy and connectedness of African music.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
Butterfly Effect Theatre of Colorado logo
Performing Arts

Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company

Mission Statement

The Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company presents profound theatrical stories that inspire our audiences and enrich our community.
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

Inside the Orchestra

Mission Statement

To bring orchestra music to young children in the greater Denver metropolitan community, cultivating music appreciation and enhancing their education through an engaging first-hand experience with the orchestra.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
Colorado Choir logo
Performing Arts

The Colorado Choir and Chorus Organization

Mission Statement

To further the musical training of its members and to demonstrate our passion for music and thus inspire, educate and entertain our audiences.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
Motus Theater logo
Performing Arts

Motus Theater

Mission Statement

To create original theater to facilitate dialogue on critical issues of our time. We aim to use the power of art to build alliances across diverse segments of our community.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
Evergreen Players on stage
Performing Arts

Evergreen Players

Mission Statement

To create community through the power of theater.
1 of 349 organizations funded by SCFD
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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 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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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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Access Gallery

Access Gallery Presents Paper Works from April 3 through May 16, 2026. The exhibition features more than 20 drawings, prints, and other works on paper by Access Gallery artists and was developed through a collaborative curatorial process with Denver artist and longtime Access Gallery collaborator James-Allan Holmes and Access Gallery artists Brittany Murdock and Stephen Ray Esparza.
Fri May 01, 6-8PM
Denver, CO
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Thornton Community Band

Swingin’ Into Summer Concert
Sat May 02, 7-8:30PM
Westminster, CO
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Highlands Ranch Concert Band

25th Anniversary Concert
Sun May 03, 3-4:30PM
Littleton, 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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