“I feel passionately that arts education is essential, crucial, and imperative to the future of this country. I can speak first hand to say that taking ballet doesn’t just help you be a good dancer. It helps you be a good person. Art feeds us and I truly feel that in this day and age when we have access to all information and all news, we get depleted and need to be fed more than ever. Art revives us and inspires us. Giving children the gift of art in their lives gives them a leg up on loving who they are and giving that love back to the world.” – Artistic Director, Becky Moore.
COLUMBIA DANCE IS MAKING IT PERMANENT
For over 30 years, Columbia Dance has been integral to the growth and development of the arts in Vancouver, Washington. Founded in 1987, our organization is dedicated to providing professional quality dance instruction to the greater Vancouver area, community service, arts education, and a diversity of performing experiences to aspiring young dancers. Our long and positive history, consistent growth and dedicated support system of families, alumni, donors and community leaders speak to our broader mission of growing good people first, good dancers second. Our studio provides instruction in classical ballet, jazz, modern and related dance forms in an environment that is both supportive and challenging to the student of dance. We are passionate about creating an inclusive environment where no child who wants to dance is turned away for lack of funds.
In 2006, The School of Columbia Dance moved into its current location at 1700 Broadway, after building out the space to our exact specifications.
Our beautiful studios have been a home for hundreds of dancers and many different community groups through the years, and now we have been given the opportunity to buy the building and solidify our presence in our beloved downtown neighborhood.
The cost of the building is 1.6 million dollars.
The down payment and closing costs total $519,000.
We have $116,000 saved and have raised $196,000 in gifts.
$207,000 in additional funding is needed.
Please consider offering your support by making a gift to the Columbia Dance Capital Campaign.
THANK YOU!