AFC+A is at the forefront of transforming conservation and creative landscapes. Since 2008 we have empowered voices through innovative programs fostering human-nature connections and cultural enrichment. Join us in our mission to cultivate a more inclusive and sustainable future where everyone can thrive.
Proclamation by Governor of Colorado Jared Polis establishing our Latino Ultra Nature Adventure Day (LUNA) in honor of its mission to advance human-nature connections and self-realization through running and hiking for communities historically excluded from outdoors sports and recreation.
At AFC+A, we believe in the power of community, arts, and nature to advance recreation, conservation, and public health. Our three flagship programs reflect our commitment to fostering human-nature connections and cultural enrichment.
Experience the vibrant intersection of culture and conservation. Our events connect our community to artists, scientists, and advocates committed to advancing environmental justice through cultural connections.
Join our empowering conservation corps. This award-winning program connects communities to public lands, educates on nature’s health benefits, and fosters family engagement in conservation.
Discover the power of diverse voices. We are bridging inequities in the publishing space, elevating underrepresented voices, and promoting cultural understanding and environmental stewardship.
Creando Resultados bridges equity gaps in the uniquely intertwined spaces of public and environmental health. Projects within this program increase community capacity to address the public health and environmental injustices they face.
Discover how the Eco Cultura Community drives meaningful change through our core programs.
ALEF is an award-winning space for BIPOC to celebrate their unique contributions to art and environment, elevating voices of communities of color and cultural leadership and tackling environmental problems with new perspectives.
Let Me Bug You is a dynamic monthly event at the historic Bug Theater that merges music, dance, and film to explore and celebrate the powerful connection between conservation and the arts.
LUNA is a celebration of the outdoors that connects individuals and families to nature’s healing benefits and promotes inclusive participation in outdoor recreation.
A wilderness hiking program centered on connecting to nature’s awe, to each other, and to Vitamine N (Nature)
Biking is more than a sport. It is transportation, it is inspiration and it is a tool that allows us to explore our world around us.
Join us for periodic bike rides, events and classes.
This collective is meant to inspire your literary journey, offer guidance, share skills and help you envision your published book.
Facilitated by award winning author & Guggenheim recipient Irene Vilar.
In an effort to increase access and community engagement with Denver Metro area cultural institutions. ALEF has partnered with multiple museums, the Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Zoo to provide families free visits to each of these amazing institutions.
Stay tuned for new and upcoming programs including archery and rock climbing!
These honors reflect our dedication to environmental stewardship, cultural enrichment, and community impact.
Award received for Non-Profit Leadership through our Promotores Verdes program.
Award recieved for our “outstanding and innovative” Promotores Verdes Program.
Discover a rich tapestry of experiences at AFC+A’s events. From concerts to marathons and engaging discussions, our calendar is filled with opportunities to connect with nature and culture.
Last Wednesday of each month | 6:30 PM | The Bug Theatre
Tree planting events throughout the year | Denver and Aurora Communities
We partner with our community to plant trees and make a positive impact on our environment. These gatherings are a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors, learn about the benefits of urban greenery, and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable community. Together, we can grow a greener and more just future.
Various events throughout the year | National Distribution by Consortium-Ingram Book Sales
Mandel Vilar Press advances diversity and environmental stewardship in the publishing economy. We publish influential works from underrepresented voices across the Americas, promoting cultural exchange and fostering a deeper connection to the natural world. Explore groundbreaking stories that inspire change.
Various events throughout the year | Denver and Aurora Communities
Creando Resultados bridges equity gaps in the uniquely intertwined spaces of public and environmental health. Projects within this program increase community capacity to address the public health and environmental injustices they face.
This unique program was born out of an eight year collaboration with CREA Results, a social enterprise with a twenty year legacy of community health work in Denver. As two Latino-led grassroots organizations, we co-founded the Promotores de Salud-Community Heath Workers program in 2014, applying a model similar to community health workers to sustainability-focused initiatives. Since 2020, AFC+A has served as a fiscal sponsor for CREA Results in public health outreach that address inequities such as insurance coverage and COVID prevention. Creando Resultados sees that inequities in public and environmental health are deeply interconnected and deserve to be addressed in tandem.
