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Colorado arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 3,010 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in Colorado. Combined, these Coloradan arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 13,399 people, earn more than $1 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $3 billion.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Colorado

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
956
 
$444,262,590
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
693
 
$148,591,505
Historical societies and organizations
 
292
 
$120,156,515
Music festival and event organizations
 
266
 
$79,979,172
Museums
 
242
 
$295,803,465
Media production and publishing organizations
 
232
 
$233,469,678
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
193
 
$20,336,041
Theaters
 
172
 
$133,204,159
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
 
157
 
$26,924,413
Arts education organizations
 
155
 
$40,229,640
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major Colorado cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Denver
 
1,309
 
$878,151,746
Boulder
 
312
 
$98,119,761
Colorado Springs
 
301
 
$46,861,149
Fort Collins
 
216
 
$20,868,064
Greeley
 
98
 
$11,503,018
Grand Junction
 
78
 
$10,083,206
Pueblo
 
65
 
$8,458,112
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Job trends for Colorado arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
322
1-10
 
253
11-25
 
89
26-100
 
74
101 to 1,000
 
29
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Colorado

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
701
$250k to $1M
 
312
$1M to $5M
 
129
$5M to $25M
 
30
$25M to $100M
 
10
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Colorado

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1-20 of 3,010

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Denver Museum of Nature and Science ignites curiosity through exhibitions, theater, and planetarium shows, advancing research and inspiring learners with camps, school programs, and community partnerships.
Revenue
$57.2m
Assets
$27.7m
Employees
503
EIN
84-0518447
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Colorado Railroad Museum

Preserving and exhibiting artifacts that represent the railroading history of Colorado, including immersive experiences like "The Polar Express" during winter.
Revenue
$7.5m
Assets
$20.4m
Employees
28
EIN
84-6037753
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Colorado Symphony Association

The Colorado Symphony Association funds and operates the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, presenting 100+ concerts yearly and serving over 250,000 patrons with world-class musicians.
Revenue
$20.6m
Assets
$17.2m
Employees
568
EIN
84-0511458
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Creative West

Western States Arts Federation strengthens the financial, organizational and policy infrastructure of the arts. It functions as an arts council/agency and is run by Teniqua Broughton in Denver, CO.
Revenue
$23.2m
Assets
$24.0m
Employees
49
EIN
23-7255426
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Colorado Ballet

Colorado Ballet presents exceptional classical and contemporary dance through world-class performances, professional training, and inclusive education programs that enrich community cultural life.
Revenue
$17.6m
Assets
$19.5m
Employees
343
EIN
84-6038137
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Childrens Museum of Denver

We work to open doors for our future leaders, innovators, and adventurers to explore, create and learn on their own terms. To create extraordinary experiences that champion the wonder and joy of childhood.
Revenue
$12.5m
Assets
$30.3m
Employees
155
EIN
84-0658142
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rocky Mountain Public Media

Public media service in Denver providing cultural, educational, and entertainment programming through radio and telecommunications to strengthen Colorado's civic fabric.
Revenue
$26.2m
Assets
$69.9m
Employees
146
EIN
84-0510785
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Colorado Public Radio

Colorado Public Radio exists to enrich the Colorado Community with news, information, and music for people who want to be informed, enlightened and entertained.
Revenue
$33.3m
Assets
$63.6m
Employees
210
EIN
74-2324052
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Denver Art Museum

The primary mission of the Denver Art Museum is to enrich the lives of present and future generations through the acquisition, presentation, and preservation of works of art, supported by exemplary scholarship and public programs related both to its perma....
Revenue
$87.0m
Assets
$185.7m
Employees
551
EIN
84-6038240
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleo Parker Robinson Dance

Dedicated to cross-cultural Dance arts experiences rooted in the african-american tradition for audiences and students worldwide.
Revenue
$9.7m
Assets
$33.9m
Employees
48
EIN
84-0632111
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Denver Center for the Performing Arts

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts is a non-profit organization that engages and inspires individuals of all ages through live theatre, Broadway tours, locally produced theatre, intimate cabaret, immersive experiences, and theatre education.
Revenue
$89.3m
Assets
$99.7m
Employees
846
EIN
84-0407760
IRS type
501(c)(3)

St Martins Chamber Choir

Professional choral group performing classical music, educating audiences and communities. Hosts 6 concert series and 6 school workshops. Based in Denver, CO.
Revenue
$10.4m
Assets
$11.3m
Employees
3
EIN
84-1450958
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Denver Film Society

Denver Film Society delivers year-round cinema programs and the Denver Film Festival, championing diverse voices, sparking dialogue, and supporting filmmakers through grants.
Revenue
$17.0m
Assets
$18.5m
Employees
82
EIN
84-0771070
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Vilar Performing Arts Center

Vilar Performing Arts Center presents year-round performances and arts education, expanding free ticket access through Community Arts Access and partnerships with schools and nonprofits.
Revenue
$8.4m
Assets
$24.2m
Employees
110
EIN
84-1316133
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Anderson Ranch Arts Center

Anderson Ranch Arts Center cultivates creativity through immersive workshops, master classes, residencies, and outreach, connecting artists of all levels in a supportive community.
Revenue
$7.7m
Assets
$21.5m
Employees
68
EIN
23-7267983
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bravo Vail Valley Music Festival

Bravo Vail presents the finest performances by great artists and fosters music education to enrich people's lives in Vail, CO.
Revenue
$12.6m
Assets
$13.1m
Employees
52
EIN
84-1074065
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center

To advance and share knowledge of the human experience through archaeological research, education programs, and partnerships with American Indians.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$37.5m
Employees
59
EIN
84-0631786
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS)

The Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS) is a classical music festival held annually in Aspen, Colorado. It is noted both for its concert programming and its musical training of mostly young-adult music students.
Revenue
$43.3m
Assets
$155.2m
Employees
165
EIN
84-0445087
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jazz at Aspen-Snowmass (JAS)

Jazz at Aspen-Snowmass presents jazz and related music through festivals, performances, and education, nurturing emerging talent with scholarships and professional collaborations.
Revenue
$18.0m
Assets
$39.6m
Employees
134
EIN
84-1220222
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Vail Valley Foundation (VVF)

Since 1981 the Vail Valley Foundation has been a nonprofit organization committed to providing leadership in athletic, cultural, and educational endeavors to enhance and sustain the quality of life in the Vail Valley for its residents and guests.
Revenue
$39.3m
Assets
$40.9m
Employees
223
EIN
74-2215035
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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