top of page
elite dance initiative for youth

YOUR SUPPORT
MATTERS

HERE IS WHY

​

EDIFY is a non-profit community program that trains youth to become confident, productive members of society.  We have a comprehensive dance program that challenges those aspiring to become professional artists while catering to those who simply just want a fun recreational program.

​

Without the support of sponsors EDIFY would not be financially accessible to the communities that need our programs most.

Thank you for visiting this page!
This is how your sponsorship will help our program:
IMG_20151209_193751.jpg

Expert Instructors

 

We take care to find and work with instructors who are passionate about their work; have the ability to adapt to changing needs; educated in the field being taught; and who simply think outside the box.

​

We don't have dance barres at every space we rent so our instructors use chairs, walls etc and are flexible with getting the required end result.  Our instructors are an asset to the success of our programs.  This is why retaining amazing instructors is one of our top priorities.

 

Your financial support will help us to pay our instructors so we can maintain a high standard of dance excellence. 

Screenshot_20210304-112224_Photos.jpg

Financial Accessibility
 

To allow more reach within Neighborhood Improvement areas, our costs remain economical for all our students.

​

Often we get parents who simply have difficulties paying even our economically priced rates. We have gone above and beyond to create subsidized rates for those who qualify based on some set terms.

 

It is the assistance from individual sponsors and our annual fundraising drive that have kept our dance programs accessible over the years.

​

We would love to have you on board with sponsorship. The option to sponsor all or part fees for one or more children is up to you. We welcome help in many forms.

edify ad 1.jpg

Social Media &

Marketing
 

In the past we mainly used word of mouth and direct marketing strategies. The idea behind that was to cater to specific areas surrounding the permitted facility.

 

With the recent lockdowns many children and families have had to endure significant stress. We want to reach every child who can benefit from our program. 

 

Social Media marketing will not only allow our reach to be great, it will attract a multicultural community.

 

Using social media platforms is quite new to us. Obtaining sponsorship to hire a marketing specialist would go a long way in building relationships with and help us better understand our target audiences.

000_6411.JPG

Costumes

 

One of the greatest joys for young dancers is seeing their costumes for the very first time. Costumes brings dances to life. They enhance the stories choreographers want to tell. They make the young dancers look and feel good. No matter how rough the year was, seeing the children in their costumes makes it all worth whatever stress there was.

 

Receiving financial help for costumes means we can continue to tell many stories throughout the year.

IMG-20120619-00083_edited_edited.jpg

Facility Rentals
 

Facility rentals are paramount to our success. They make creating beautiful dance works possible.  In addition to renting TDSB community space, we also rent additional private studio spaces. This gives us the opportunity to work outside of the typical permitted after school hours set by the TDSB.

 

Having enough financial resources for facility rentals makes it possible for the young dancers to train in spaces appropriate for the genre of dance they are learning. This further enhances their appreciation for the various dance styles.

20190717_101410.jpg

Team Building Activities

 

Whether it's workshops, March Break Camps, Summer Camps, or a retreat at Teen Ranch, our team always find time for team building activities.  Many of our dancers remain friends into their adult life.  This is attributed to having the young dancers participate in activities that helps to build relationships.

 

We want to carry on the tradition of building friendships.  Support with our team building activities will make dance way more fun. It also creates positive life long memories. 

What's in it for you when you give to this program?

Leaving a Legacy

 

Giving makes us feel great.  It is said scientifically speaking that it relieves stress. Nobody wants stress.

 

Knowing that you are building a legacy by helping many children is very rewarding.  This kind of gifting lives on for generations.

Team Building

 

If you are a large corporate body we can partner by providing dance or health and wellness workshops for your team  before work, during the lunch hour, or after work.

​

Consider building a legacy by attaching your name to excellence. Partnerships are essential in keeping Canada's economy moving.

Blurry Gradient

Open Possibilities

 

Other possibilities include tickets for you and/or your team to our shows, productions and festivals under the direction of Stacey-Ann Vassell.

​

We could consider having a special show in honour of our sponsors, their team and family.

​

Your logo would be present on our social platforms, program booklets and acknowledgement at all our shows. 

​

There are many ways we can let your sponsorship work for both of us.

 

Connect with us for further discussions.

Collecting Money

2024 Fundraiser Drive

tha

$10 and Over

Andrade, Preema

Anthony, Ryan

Ashley, Sammi-Jo

Ashley, Simeon

Beaton, Kayla

Bestley, Novelette

Campbell, Jasmine

Clarke, Christine

Clarke, Novlet

Creese-Allen, Claudia

Dekker, Melody

Edians, Bark

Enbouoro, Princess Mae

Gumz

Hamilton, Orana

Jean-Jacques, Stacey

Kiki

Lavern

Logan, Aryana

Logan, Denysa

Louis

Martina

McDowall, Gazelle

Mitchell, Jorai

Move, L

Murdock, Breana

Nichole

Nurse, Sonita

Oliver

Paul, Fay Lee

Phyllis

Raguraj, Zion

Reid, Claudette 

Ritchie, Christine

Shaniek

Sherica

Sis. Parkinson

Sumit

Sylvia

Tate, Toni

Thomas, Gerald

Vacci, Akeem

Wilkinson, Andrea

nk

$20 and Over

Al

Allison, Delores

AMAYAH

Ammie

Anath

Angela

Aunty Mone

Barrett, Norma

Benny

Bernard, Michael

Blades, Morgan

Blake, Lorraine

Brittany

Brown, Chris

Careau, Christina and Aaron Steeves

Charles, Alicia

Charles, Kurtis

Chin, Mark

Claudia

Devika and Capides

Duffy

Ebanks, Vinette

Edwards, Frank and Helen

Felisha and Yusif

Felix

Fullerton, Merick

Gomez, Laetitia

Green, Stacy

Grossett, Winsome

Hall, Elaine

Harris, Beverley

Honey

Howell, Grace

Irma

Jema

John

Joseph, Philemon

Juliet

Laird, Leonie

Lindo, Carol

Logan, Dawne

McDonald, Wayne

McDonald-Charles, Debbie Ann

Meeka

Merchant, Samantha

yo

$20 and Over

Miller, Shaffenna

Mr. PG

Nigelle

Pacheco, José

Persaud, Bing

Ritchie, Kerry

RJ

Rory

Rosanne

Sab, P

Sasha

Schnitter, Jeff

Shawn

Simms, Rosi

Steven

Stewart, Adon

Thomas, Gerald

Thomas, Nzinga

Thuo, Liz

Trichelle

Uncle Nigel

Vanessa

Vassell, Audrey

W, Andrew

Walsh, Monique

Weber, Bretty

Weir, Christine

Whitely, Ronaldo

Williams, Beverley

Williams, Dwight

Wilson-Strong, Melanie

Yvonne

Zhang

u

$50 and Over

Alexis. Shannia

Antwi, Owusu

Blake, Maureen

Cohen, Carlton

Cole, Angelica

Creese, Jessica

Deer, Alan

Fullerton, Keshanna

Kelly, Travis

McDonald, Donovan

Mitchell, Marlon

Mitchell, Nadia

Peak, Perion

Peak, Tanesh

Persaud, Ken

Rose

Sabrina

Stewart, Nickey

Tabi, Gladys

Taylor, Ezra

Weber, Carly & Colton

​

$70 and Over​

​

Bailey, Kirk

Brown, Stacy

Henry, Patricia

​

$100 and Over

 

Anonymous x2

Ashley-Bailey, Monique

Burgess, Annie and Mark

Derlie

Evline

Grandma (Zoë Peak)

Henry, Anthony

McKenzie, Kurt

O'herir, Cory and Dave

Pompey, Clint

Williams-Wilson, Dionne

Woods, Jules

​

$300 and Over

​

Anonymous

Esdaile, Jose

moreinfo

Please be advised that classes are closed:

​

Thanksgiving Weekend (Oct. 11 - 14, 2024)

​Christmas Holiday (Dec 17, 2024 to Jan 5, 2025)

 

After the Christmas Break our first day back to classes:

(Week of Mon Jan 13, 2025)

 

Continued closures

Family Day (Mon Feb. 17, 2025)

March Break (Mar 10 to 14, 2025)

No evening classes during March Break

Good Friday (Fri April 18, 2025)

Easter Monday (Mon Apr 21, 2025)

Victoria Day (Mon May 19, 2025)

​

Last Day for June Classes

​

MONDAYS: Mon. June 2, 2025

TUESDAYS: Tues. June 3, 2025

WEDNESDAYS: Wed. June 4, 2025

THURSDAYS: Thurs. June 5, 2025

FRIDAYS: Fri. June 6, 2025

elite dance initiative for youth
PayPal ButtonPayPal Button
bottom of page