Empowering Communities Through Culture, Innovation, and Resilience.

At CAICC, we celebrate African cultural heritage, drive innovation, and empower underserved communities across Colorado through inclusive programs, education, and cultural engagement.

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Founded in 2017, the Colorado African Innovation and Cultural Center CAICC - formerly known as Colorado African Cultural Center (CACC) is dedicated to empowering the African and African American communities while fostering unity, diversity, and inclusion across Colorado. Led by a passionate and skilled team, we are deeply attuned to the unique challenges faced by the African community and are committed to providing impactful, sustainable solutions that create opportunities for growth and empowerment.

Through our cultural festivals, educational gap-bridging programs, and community-driven initiatives, we strive to integrate, educate, and economically uplift those we serve. Having proudly impacted over 60,000 individuals to date, CAICC has become a vital resource center, not only for African communities in Colorado but also for those in the diaspora. Our programs are trailblazers, and the testimonies of those we've helped speak to the profound impact of our mission.

Colorado African Innovation & Cultural Center was recognized for Best African Colorado Non-profit of the year 2022 ,2023 & 2024

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Our Reach & Impact in 2024

55

Youth Trained and Mentored

40

Business Established & Supported

150

Workforce & Career Development

5990

Community & Cultural Center

CAICC Sights & Sounds

Sights and Sounds from our activities and programs at the Colorado

FROM CULTURE TO INNOVATION || OUR TRANSFORMATION STORY

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Colorado African Cultural Center

FROM CULTURE TO INNOVATION || OUR TRANSFORMATION STORY

Maria Maria @ 8th Colorado Dashiki Festival

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Colorado African Cultural Center

Maria Maria @ 8th Colorado Dashiki Festival

Maria Maria, a Colorado native, wowed the crowd at the 8th Annual Colorado Dashiki Festival with her stunning vocal performance, representing the rich French and Francophone people and culture. Her soulful voice and heartfelt delivery beautifully captured the essence of Francophone heritage, making her performance a true celebration of unity and cultural pride! Want to get involved? Visit www.dashikiday.com for more information. #DashikiFestival #MariaMaria #FrancophoneCulture #FrenchMusic #SongPerformance #CulturalDiversity #ColoradoNative #AfricanMusic #ColoradoEvents #DashikiDay #CelebrateAfrica #CulturalFestival #DenverEvents #AfricanHeritage #FrancophonePride"

Beasts of No Nation @ 8th Colorado Dashiki festival

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Colorado African Cultural Center

Beasts of No Nation @ 8th Colorado Dashiki festival

Beasts of No Nation, our incredible headliner, brought down the house at the 8th Annual Colorado Dashiki Festival with their electrifying Afrobeat performance! Combining Fuji music, funk, jazz, and highlife, they delivered an unforgettable fusion of African rhythms that had the entire crowd on their feet. Their performance was the perfect finale, celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant energy of Afrobeat! Want to get involved? Visit www.dashikiday.com for more information. #DashikiFestival #BeastsOfTheNation #Headliner #Afrobeat #FujiMusic #Funk #Jazz #Highlife #AfricanMusic #ColoradoEvents #DashikiDay #CelebrateAfrica #CulturalFestival #DenverEvents #AfricanHeritage #MusicFusion #LivePerformance"

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Colorado African Cultural Center

8TH COLORADO DASHIKI FEST HIGHLIGHT

Catch the best moments from the 8th Annual Colorado Dashiki Festival in this highlight reel! 🎥✨ DJ Ambitious Boy kicked off the day, followed by incredible performances from Nyadak Pal, Zanib, and Maria Maria. The Fashion Show stunned with vibrant designs in three exciting rounds. Feel the energy of Harry Mo & The CRU and our headliners, the Beasts of No Nation Band, as they brought the house down with their Afrobeat fusion. Shoutouts to DJ HipxGawd, DJ OnTheBeat, and DJ Sinz for keeping the beats going all day long! Want to get involved or learn more? Visit www.dashikiday.com to join us next year or support the cause. THANKS TO ALL OUR SPONSORS #DashikiFestival #HighlightReel #FestivalHighlights #LivePerformances #AfricanHeritage #CelebrateAfrica #FashionShow #ColoradoEvents #HarryMoAndTheCRU #BeastsOfNoNation #DJHipxGawd #DJOnTheBeat #DJSinz #MCsLuckyAndRoyall #CulturalFestival #DashikiDay #GetInvolved"

Our Core Programs

From empowering youth to addressing housing and food insecurity, discover how the Colorado African Innovation and Cultural Center is making an impact across Colorado and beyond.