About Our Scholarship Program

The Art Garage believes that everyone is an artist and that cost should never be a barrier to artistic experiences. Our scholarship program ensures that our classes, camps, workshops, private lessons, and parties are available to everyone — regardless of income.

We award both partial and full scholarships based on financial need and demonstrated motivation. Applications are reviewed confidentially by our Scholarship Committee, and we work hard to say yes whenever we can.

If a payment plan or other type of financial assistance would help your family, reach out to us at info@artgaragedenver.com. We'll find a way.

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Making art accessible, one student at a time.

  • Scholarship for Youth (Under 18)

    Need financial support for your child's class or camp? Apply on their behalf — applications are short, confidential, and most are approved.

    Youth Application

  • Scholarship for Adults (18+)

    Want to take a class but cost is a barrier? Our adult scholarship application is short, confidential, and most requests are approved.

    Adult Application

  • Support a Student

    Your donation funds scholarships for Denver families. Every gift directly opens a studio seat for someone who needs it.

    Make It Happen

What Scholarships Cover

Scholarships are available for every program we offer: classes, camps, workshops, private lessons, and parties.

Each scholarship recipient has an annual allowance of up to $285 for 2026 — about the cost of one half-day summer camp. If you need full-day care or your circumstances call for more, tell us in your application. We do our best to accommodate.

Who Qualifies

Scholarships are available for:

  • Kids and teens in our classes, camps, and after-school programs

  • Adults in our workshops and ongoing classes

  • Families participating in multiple programs

  • Community partners working with underserved populations

We use a need-based approach combined with demonstrated motivation. If cost is a barrier, you qualify to apply. We trust families to tell us what they need.

How it Works

  • Apply

    Fill out a short, confidential application — one for each student in your household. New applications are required each calendar year.

  • Review

    Our Scholarship Committee reviews applications carefully. Allow up to 2 weeks for a response. Most applications are approved.

  • Create

    Once approved, we assist you in registration for your class, camp, or workshop. Show up, make art, find your creative spark!

Important to Know

  • Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively. Please wait to hear from us before signing up for a class or camp.

  • Our Scholarship Committee reviews applications carefully. If your class starts in less than two weeks, we'll try to expedite — but we can't guarantee timing. Plan ahead when you can.

  • our application is evaluated based on financial need and demonstrated motivation. See our scholarship rubric for details on how applications are reviewed and what percentage of scholarship may be awarded.

  • Please submit a separate application for each student in your household. A new application is required each calendar year.

  • Please complete all required fields. If you have questions while applying, contact us at info@artgaragedenver.com.

  • Scholarship recipients are expected to attend class regularly and participate fully. We record attendance, and it's considered for future scholarship awards.

  • If you can't make it to a class, please let us know in advance whenever possible.

  • We can't provide transportation, but we're conveniently located along RTD Route 20.