Arts and Culture Resources

Stay up to date with the latest resources and opportunities for artists in the Colorado area.

Recent Opportunities

  • Colorado Creative Industries' Colorado Creates Grant is accepting applications now through May 21, 2025. The purpose of this grant is to support arts programs, services, and activities associated with carrying out the National Endowment of the Arts strategic plan.
  • Colorado Creative Industries is proud to announce Arts for All 2030, a new five-year strategic plan focused on expanding resources and infrastructure to strengthen Colorado’s creative industries. Join them for the official rollout on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. via Zoom.
  • Google Ad Grants shows your message to people searching for nonprofits. Each qualifying nonprofit has access to up to $10,000 per month in search ads shown on Google.com. Additional Google Ads may be purchased in a separate account. Learn more about the Google Ad Grants initiative.
  • Denver Arts and Venues is seeking new members for the Denver County Cultural Council (DCCC) and Denver Commission on Cultural Affairs (DCCA). Applications for both are due April 25, 2025.
  • The Boulder Public Library is accepting entries now through March 31 for its Library Card Art Design contest! Artwork must use the paper form or a high-resolution digital image that has a measurement ratio of 6.75 x 4.25 inches. Art submissions will be accepted in digital media, fine art (acrylics, drawings, oils, prints, or watercolors) and photography. No film, video, animation or crafts will be accepted.
  • The city of Aurora, CO is seeking a sculpture/art installation that will bring together the many voices of Aurora in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the state of Colorado (the Centennial State) and the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. Within Colorado this event is called the Sesquisemiquincentennial. The application closes April 13.
  • The Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center's 45th Anniversary T-Shirt Art Contest is open for entries now through March 28. All ages and abilities are welcome to enter!
  • Colorado Creative Industries is accepting applications for its Folk and Traditional Arts Project Grant now through April 11. The Folk and Traditional Arts Project Grant is dedicated to celebrating, documenting, and preserving Colorado’s cultural heritage through folk and traditional arts. Learn more and apply.
  • A charred cabin studio at House of Serein is now available! Elegant Japanese design, four windows with fascinating views and proximity to a trail up the red rocks behind them, this cabin will also allow you to be a part of their exciting artist community. Email byucelen@gmail.com if you are interested.
  • Visit Boulder, in partnership with Create Boulder has grant funding opportunities for Boulder events, arts and cultural experiences through the Events, Arts & Culture Grant Program. Applications for events that occur June 1 - Dec. 31, 2025, are due by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, March 31.
  • Check out the Boulder County Arts Alliance Event Calendar to explore artistic happening throughout the community!

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