Donate for Dance
Invest in Velocity today so we can continue to cultivate a more equitable, accessible, and abundant Seattle dance ecology, together.
What makes an artist-driven & community-centered dance incubator:
Artists Employed Annually
Needs-based scholarships awarded annually
$ for direct & in-kind support to artists annually
Hours of subsidized rehearsal space annually
hours of space to artists donated annually
artists supported annually
movement classes across genres
new works commissioned
premieres by world class artists
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
Velocity provides subsidized studio and performance space; a creative residency program that develops and promotes the work of movement artists locally and nationally; Guest Artist performances, and a robust training and education program for beginner to professional dancers. This tiered, community-based model allows us to serve dancers and movement artists in an impactful and sustainable way. None of these services are possible without the generous support of art lovers like you! In addition to one time and monthly recurring gifts, you can support Velocity in the following ways:
Volunteer
Velocity relies on our volunteers, work study volunteers, and interns. Please email operations@velocitydancecenter.org if you’d like to join the hundreds of folx who keep Velocity moving.
Matching Gifts
Velocity relies on direct donations to fund over 50% of our programming, and matching gifts are a great way to double or triple your impact. Velocity currently receives matching gifts from businesses and corporations like Expedia, Microsoft, Dell, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Nordstoms (including volunteer time matches), through the Seattle and King County employee giving programs and more. If you would like more information on matching gifts, please contact our Development Director here.
Donor Advised Funds
When you contribute cash, securities, or other assets to a donor-advised fund at a public charity, you are generally eligible to take an immediate tax deduction through your donor advised fund. These funds can be invested for tax-free growth and you can recommend grants to be directed to Velocity Dance Center. Common Donor Advised Funds include the Seattle Foundation, Fidelity Charitable, and more. Please contact our Development Director here or Executive Director here for more information.
Gift of Stock
We accept gifts of stock through our Schwab One Account. Please contact our Development Director here or Executive Director here for more information.
Corporate & Event Sponsorship
Corporate and event sponsorships range from $500 – $10,000 and help support Velocity’s seasons and artist services. Our main events include our annual fundraising BASH, and our Fall Kick-Off celebrations. Your company’s name and logo will be featured at the event and programming collateral throughout the season. Please contact our Development Director here if you would like to sponsor one of Velocity’s signature events.
Gifts-in-Kind
Material donations are as important to us as your time and financial contributions, and go a long way in helping with Velocity’s day to day operations. Please contact our Development Director here if you would like to make a material donation.
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VELOCITY DANCE CENTER
117 Louisa St. #268
SEATTLE, WA 98102