Redlands based non-profit DA:NCE Awareness is asking you to join them in helping kids in our area experience the joy of dance.

In communities across the Inland Empire, many economically disadvantaged children dream of learning to dance — to express joy, confidence, and creativity through movement. Dance helps kids build strength, flexibility, and coordination while encouraging healthy activity.

Beyond the physical, dance supports focus, memory, and problem-solving, all skills that carry into the classroom and beyond. Unfortunately, many children are being forced into sexualized dance through adult costumes, choreography and music which can lead to harm. Our goal is to help children experience safe, wholesome, creative spaces to express themselves while enjoying a powerful art form.

That’s why this fundraiser is so important. Kids deserve the opportunity to dance. To experience the art, free from harmful adult costumes, music and choreography.

Our Mission

Our mission is to protect children from sexual exploitation and sexualized dance while celebrating the true art of dance as a gift of creativity, health, and joy.

What We’re Doing

We’re starting a MOVEMENT right here in the Inland Empire: We’ve partnered with a local dance studio in the Inland Empire that shares our commitment to healthy, age-appropriate dance education. Together, we’re providing 8-weeks of free dance and musical theatre instruction to up to 40 economically disadvantaged children—kids whose families could never afford classes on their own.

Every child will receive:

* Safe, affirming dance instruction from vetted teachers

* Age-appropriate music, movement, and costumes

* A fun, confidence-building experience that nurtures body, mind, and spirit

This program is not just about dance lessons. It’s about restoring joy, dignity, and safety to children through one of the most universal expressions of the human heart—movement.

Our Goal: $5,000

Your donation will directly fund tuition for these children to participate in this 8-week program. Depending on the studio and instructor, typical costs range between $15–$50 per week per student, so every dollar makes an immediate difference.

✅ $100 provides 8-weeks of safe dance instruction for 1 child.

✅ $200 provides 8-weeks of safe dance instruction for 2 children.

✅ $400 provides 8-weeks of safe dance instruction for 4 children.

Why It Matters

Children deserve to love dance, their bodies, and themselves — without fear, shame, or exploitation.

When you support this fundraiser, you’re not only helping a child learn dance… you’re helping protect their innocence and empower their confidence.

All donations are tax deductible through our registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, DA:NCE Awareness.

To learn more about our Mission, visit us online: DANCE Awareness

Join Us and Give the Gift of Healthy Dance

Help us give these children the chance to dance safely, joyfully, and freely.

Together, we can keep the art of dance beautiful—and protect the children who love it.