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We are a placed–based funder in Denver
Over $100 million in grants awarded since 1981
Rooted in Denver, we are a place-based funder supporting arts & culture organizations and leadership development. Use our interactive map to see a sample of our grant partners.
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D3 Arts
Helping individuals rediscover their identities through arts, music, and culture.
RedLine
A contemporary art center that supports emerging artists and engages communities through exhibitions, residencies, and socially driven programming.
Wonderbound
A contemporary ballet company that creates collaborative, boundary-pushing performances, blending dance with music and other art forms to explore the human experience.
Museo
A museum dedicated to Latin American art and culture, showcasing exhibitions and programs that span ancient, folk, and contemporary works.
Swallow Hill
A community-focused music organization that connects people through live performances, education, and shared experiences in folk and acoustic traditions.
Art Students League of Denver
A community-driven art center providing classes, programs, and exhibitions that make creative expression accessible to visual artists of all levels.
Levitt Pavilion
A nonprofit outdoor amphitheater that hosts free concerts and community events, bringing people together through accessible, all-ages live music.
Museum of Contemporary Art
A contemporary art museum presenting bold exhibitions and programs that connect artists and audiences to current ideas and culture.
Su Teatro
This nationally recognized theatre company produces original works and performing arts festivals that speak to the history and experiences of Chicanos
Colorado Dragon Boat Festival
A large-scale cultural festival in Denver that brings communities together to celebrate AANHPI heritage through racing, arts, food, and shared experiences.
African Leadership Group
A leadership organization supporting and empowering African and African diaspora leaders through training, connection, and community.
Theatre Artbus
An innovative, physical theatre company creating original, immersive productions centered on humor and social storytelling.
Sidewalk Poets
A community-based poetry organization and literary initiative focusing on amplifying local voices through poetry, performance, and public art.
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Lighthouse Writers Workshop is a nonprofit literary center dedicated to supporting writers and fostering literary community.
Augustana Arts
This music and education nonprofit offers a reimagined performing arts experience that is engaging and accessible for all that crosses genres and eliminates barriers.
El Sistema Colorado
This music education nonprofit offers a tuition-free, excellence-driven youth orchestra program that develops musical and personal agency, transcends socioeconomics and builds community.
Athena Project
A nonprofit that supports and amplifies the voices of women and underrepresented genders through the arts
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
Rooted in African American traditions, this performing arts and education nonprofit uses dance as a tool for cultural expression, healing and community empowerment.
Access Gallery
Opening doors to creative, educational and economic opportunities for people with disabilities to access, experience and benefit from the arts
Over $100 million in grants awarded
since 1981
since 1981
We are a placed–based funder in Denver
Rooted in Denver, we are a place-based funder supporting arts & culture organizations and leadership development. Use our interactive map to see a sample of our grant partners.
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Daring Leaders, Transformational Art & Big Ideas.
At the heart of Bonfils-Stanton Foundation are stories about leadership, art, and big ideas. See our community in action embracing risks and actively engaging in groundbreaking endeavors that challenge the status quo.
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About Us
We extend grantmaking opportunities to arts institutions and organizations dedicated to fostering a just and vibrant city. Bridging arts and leadership, we shape Denver's cultural and civic landscape through investing with impact, innovative grant-making, and community partnerships.
Why Arts
Learn about our vision for fostering the arts across the diciplines and industry sectors.
Investing with Impact
Learn how we use the other 95% of our endowment for good.
Our Mission
We invest in equitable arts, culture, and leadership to create a thriving and just Denver.
Our Legacy
Our story is one of legacy and change.
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Coverage, commentary, and stories featuring Bonfils-Stanton Foundation and the artists, organizations, and ideas shaping Denver’s cultural future.
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