Cultivating Arts and Leaders for a Vibrant Community

Art for the Culture, Leaders for the People.

Bonfils-Stanton Foundation, Denver’s leading private arts funder, has distributed over $90 million in grants since 1981.
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. We are creating a vibrant city that works for everyone.
Why Arts
February 12, 2025

Arts Community Reeling from New Federal Funding Directives

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January 1, 2025

How a colorful woman’s death gives life to Denver arts

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December 4, 2024

New Short Film Provides a Snapshot of Denver’s Creative Pulse

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November 22, 2024

Recipients of the first Social Impact Artist awards are named | NONPROFIT REGISTER

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November 21, 2024

Is Denver Pricing Out Its Artists?

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November 21, 2024

Colorado Arts Spotlight, Nov. 21 – 24: MCA director on the move, Denver artists recognized for impact

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