Help Kora Dance Toward Her Dream – Ballet Intensive Jun 2025

Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Supporters,

My daughter, Kora, has been given a life-changing opportunity — she has been accepted into the prestigious Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's Summer Intensive Program this June in Pennsylvania. This five-week program is a major step toward her dream of becoming a professional dancer and, one day, a teacher who inspires the next generation.

We are currently seeking to raise $8,000 to cover the cost of tuition, travel, meals, and accommodations. Every donation, no matter the amount, brings us one step closer to making Kora’s dream a reality — and we are deeply grateful for any support you can offer.

Kora’s love for ballet began before she could even speak. Her earliest movements were little dances to Frozen’s “Let It Go” and the classical music that filled our home every day. From a very young age, she would twirl, leap, and express herself through music with such sincerity and joy that I knew this was something truly special.

Over the years, I’ve done everything I could to nurture her passion — enrolling her in dance classes, encouraging her performances, and surrounding her with music, art, and culture. Her dedication has only grown stronger. She trains with quiet discipline and a full heart, often dancing late into the evening after school, fueled by her love for the art and her vision of one day performing on stage.

While she’s also on a waiting list for a UK-based program, her heart is set on Pittsburgh. Being accepted into this program is not just an honor — it’s a testament to her talent, her commitment, and the countless hours of hard work she has already put in.

This fundraiser is our family’s humble way of asking for help to make this next step possible. If you’re able to donate or share this with others, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your support means more than we can express.

With love and gratitude,

Dana (Kora’s mom)