Current Student Initiatives
Scholarships for Dance Programs: To provide funds for students to attend intensives, workshops, or college audition preparations.
Mentorship Programs: To support mentorship initiatives that connect students with professionals in the dance and business industries.
Leadership Development: To create and implement essential leadership skills that equip students to serve on our student committee and beyond.
Community Outreach: To develop outreach programs that engage underrepresented youth in the arts, providing them access to dance education and resources.
Together We Dance: a care-based program that provides dancewear, shoes, bags, and other essentials to dancers who have experienced hardship or tragedy due to events like house fires, natural disasters, or personal loss.
Workshops and Training: To organize workshops led by experienced dancers and choreographers that enhance technical skills and creative expression.
Performance Opportunities: To fund venues, costumes, and equipment for showcases that allow students to perform and gain valuable stage experience.
Marketing and Promotion: To create promotional materials and marketing campaigns that raise awareness about the organization's mission and attract more student volunteers and sponsors.
Administrative Costs: To cover operational costs such as staffing, materials, and other resources necessary for running the organization.
Collaboration with Other Arts Organizations: To partner with local arts organizations for additional resources, workshops, and performances that benefit local students.
Travel Expenses: To cover travel related expenses for students attending events, auditions, or workshops.
Our philosophy is about more than just dance—it’s about empowering the next generation of leaders, artists, and changemakers. At Elevate Dance Project, we are committed to helping our dancers achieve their dreams while leading with confidence, compassion, and creativity in everything they do.
~ Founding Members
Riley McKenna & Victoria Fornaris