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WADE Dance INC. is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization and all contributions are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law.

Financial gifts of all sizes are accepted with the utmost gratitude. WADE Dance INC. is considered a public charity under the Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). If you'd like to direct your gift toward a specific program, please consider including a note or designation with your gift.

3% Cover the Fee

Additional Donation Methods

We presently accept checks payable to “WADE Dance INC.” Checks can be mailed to:
WADE DANCE INC
4761 Broadway, Unit 2S
New York, NY 10034

We are currently accepting financial support through the following digital platforms:

Venmo
Venmo
PayPal
PayPal

Giving Levels
All benefits accumulate with each increasing tier

  • Friends

    Gifts ranging from $5.00-$125.00

    Benefits:
    - Receive the WADE monthly newsletter
    - Advanced ticket sales for WADE performances

    What your gift supports:
    - Annual fee for our Zoom Business Account

  • Patrons

    Gifts ranging from $126.00-$500.00

    Benefits:
    - All Friends tier benefits
    - 2 Virtual Digital Exhibits from previous WADEintoACTIVISM festivals
    - Admission to the opening and closing receptions

    What your gift supports:
    - Annual fee for our Squarespace account

  • Partners

    Gifts ranging from $501.00-$1,000.00

    Benefits:
    - All Patrons tier benefits
    - Invitation to in-person rehearsal
    - Access to archival WADEintoACTIVISM performances and interviews

    What your gift supports:
    - Staff housing costs for Dance HUB

  • Advocates

    Gifts ranging from $1,001.00-$5,000.00

    Benefits:
    - All Partners tier benefits
    - Recognition in printed and digital programs
    - 4 free tickets to a WADE performance of choice

    What your gift supports:
    - Artists fee for a WADEintoACTIVISM performance

  • Ambassadors

    All gifts exceeding $5,000.00

    Benefits:
    - All Advocates tier benefits
    - Recognition on our website
    - Dinner with the WADE team and collaborators

    What your gift supports:
    - WADE administrative costs for the duration of WADEintoACTIVISM

We are actively seeking
Corporate Sponsors

WADE actively seeks corporate supporters to partner with us on exciting new collaborations and programs which engage with our local community and new audiences.

As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, corporate and philanthropic support ensures the vitality of dance and music programming. Your support allows us to deliver our mission to educate young artists, produce new work, provide opportunities and platforms to present working artists, and enrich our community.

There are several ways for your company to support the visionary work of WADE, including a sponsored advertisement, sponsoring one of our productions, special events, or supporting our community enrichment programs.


For more details and to receive our corporate sponsorship proposal deck, please contact Corinne Hart, Director of Operations, at office@wadedance.org.

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Other Ways to Engage

Our community can engage with WADE in various impactful ways across different roles.

Artists

  • Residencies and Performances: Apply for programs like Dance HUB or the Pride Residency to create and showcase work in collaboration with WADE.

  • Collaborative Projects: Partner with WADE for community engagement events or site-specific performances

  • Mentorship Opportunities: Participate as mentors or receive mentorship in WADE’s programs, contributing to artist development and community impact.

Students

  • Educational Programs: Enroll in pre-professional training programs such as Dance HUB: Italy, gaining exposure to WADE’s intersection of art and activism.

  • Internships and Volunteering: Participate in behind-the-scenes work for WADE’s festivals and residencies, learning about arts management, production, and community engagement.

  • Workshops and Masterclasses: Attend skill-building workshops led by WADE’s artists and affiliates, designed to cultivate both technical and socially conscious artistry.

Community Members

  • Attend Performances and Events: Join as audience members in WADE’s public performances, festivals, and community engagement events to support artists and learn about key social issues.

  • Community Collaborations: Partner with WADE to host events, workshops, or performances, strengthening the connection between art and activism within local communities.

  • Spread the Word: Follow WADE on social media and engage with digital content, helping to raise awareness and expand the organization’s reach.