Programs and Funding

  • This do-it-yourself program helps communities prepare to become Colorado Creative Districts.
  • This grant finances various projects across the state that create or revitalize mixed-use commercial centers.
  • This grant helps organizations and communities create art and cultural activities through general operating support funding.
  • This program certifies communities that contribute to our state’s economy through creativity, culture, and the arts.
  • This annual event is for Colorado creatives to connect, learn, and be inspired.
  • This position recognizes and supports Colorado musicians whose public service improves Colorado economically, socially, and culturally.
  • This program commissions artwork for people to enjoy in publicly accessible areas inside and outside of state buildings.
  • The laureate advocates for poetry, literacy, and literature by participating in readings and other events at the state capitol, schools, libraries, and literary festivals.
  • This grant funds the creation, documentation, presentation, and/or teaching of folk and traditional arts.
  • These awards honor community members for civic leadership and volunteerism in creative industries.
  • This national competition helps high school students learn about poetry by memorizing and performing it.