The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc. - a 501(c) (3) charity
SUPPORT YOUNG ARTISTS
The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc.
Ruling Year: 2007
Main Address: 6284 Harbour Club Dr, Lake Worth, FL 33467
EIN: 20-5752334
NTEE Code: Dance (A62)
The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc.
Supporting Young Artists Through Education, Opportunity, and Community
The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to expanding access to dance education and artistic opportunities for young dancers and aspiring artists.
Founded in 2007, the Foundation exists to ensure that talented and passionate young people have the opportunity to pursue their artistic goals, regardless of financial circumstances. Through scholarships, grants, community partnerships, and charitable support, we help remove barriers and provide meaningful opportunities for growth in the performing arts.
Our Mission
To provide meaningful access to dance education and artistic opportunities for talented and aspiring young dancers by removing financial barriers and fostering creativity, discipline, and lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.
Through the generosity of individuals, businesses, and community supporters, we strive to empower the next generation of artists and creative leaders.
What We Do
The Foundation raises funds through donations, benefit performances, fundraising events, and volunteer efforts. These resources allow us to provide financial assistance to dancers and dance programs through scholarships and grants.
Support comes in many forms, including:
Monetary donations
Dancewear and in-kind gifts
Volunteer service
Event sponsorships
Benefit performances
Raffle and auction contributions
All contributions are tax-deductible and directly support our mission of helping young artists pursue their dreams.
How We Help Young Dancers
The Young Dancer Foundation awards scholarships and grants to individuals and groups who are actively training—or who aspire to train—in the field of dance.
Awards are distributed through a formal application and review process and are based on:
Financial need
Merit and dedication
Artistic potential
Available Foundation resources
Our goal is to ensure that deserving young artists have access to quality training and opportunities that may otherwise be out of reach.
Why It Matters
Dance education provides far more than technical training. Participation in the performing arts helps young people develop:
Confidence and self-expression
Discipline and perseverance
Physical and mental wellness
Teamwork and leadership skills
Creativity and problem-solving abilities
A lifelong appreciation for the arts
Unfortunately, arts programs are often among the first to be reduced or eliminated during times of economic uncertainty. Rising training costs and limited access to resources continue to present challenges for many aspiring dancers.
Your support helps ensure that young artists have the opportunity to train, perform, and pursue their dreams.
How You Can Help
By making a tax-deductible donation to The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc., you become part of a community committed to nurturing creativity and expanding access to the arts.
Every contribution—large or small—helps provide opportunities that can change a young artist's life.
Together, we are investing in the future of the performing arts and inspiring the next generation of dancers, educators, and creative leaders.
Artists and Institutions We Have Supported
Since its founding, The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida has helped young artists continue their education and training at many respected institutions and organizations, including:
The Juilliard School
New York University
Pace University
University of Southern California Kaufman School of Dance
Pacific Northwest Ballet
Jacob's Pillow
University of North Carolina School of the Arts
Florida State University
Boston Conservatory
University of Central Florida
University of Tampa
The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
OnStage America
New Century Dance Project
These opportunities have allowed young artists to continue their journeys and make meaningful contributions to the dance community and beyond.
Learn More
Watch our Foundation video and hear directly from artists whose lives have been impacted by the support of The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida.
For information about donations, scholarship opportunities, or ways to become involved, please contact:
The Young Dancer Foundation of South Florida, Inc.
6284 Harbour Club Drive
Lake Worth, Florida 33467
Email: thatsdancn@aol.com
Supporting Young Artists. Inspiring Futures.
Click the video link below to learn more about how we help and to hear testimonials from artists who have benefited from the Foundation.
https://vimeo.com/1158032642?fl=pl&fe=sh
Inquire about receiving assistant or donating here: thatsdancn@aol.com