2024 Holiday Giving Campaign: $50,000 Goal

This holiday season, we’re calling on our community to help us reach our $50,000 goal by December 31st. Every donation directly funds our 100% tuition-free programs, giving exceptional young artists the support they need to succeed. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in their lives and the future of dance.

Support 100% Tuition-Free Programs

For the past decade, MOVE|NYC| has been a driving force in building equity and diversity in the dance field. Serving over 150 NYC and DC artists annually, we provide a programmatic pipeline that supports dancers from middle school to their early professional careers. Every gift you make ensures that these talented young artists have access to life-changing opportunities—completely tuition-free.

One-Time Donations

A single contribution can create lasting change in the arts.

Monthly Donations

Join our community of supporters with ongoing contributions.

Why Your Support Matters

MOVE|NYC| is transforming the dance field by breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for the next generation of exceptional artists. Here’s why your support is crucial:

Equity & Access

Empower some of today’s most talented and exceptional young dance artists of our time with life-changing opportunities.

Diversity in Dance

Help reshape the demographics of the dance field to better reflect our world.

Proven Impact

100% of alumni are accepted into top colleges, conservatories, and professional training programs.

Honoring Excellence: The Darius Barnes Award

This prestigious award celebrates the legacy of Darius Barnes, honoring his commitment to excellence, mentorship, and equity in dance. Your donation supports this scholarship, providing deserving young artists with the tools and resources they need to achieve their dreams.

DONATION FAQs

MOVE|NYC| Foundation, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law. EIN (83-4051551)

How can I donate by mail or third-party?

Mailing Address:
MOVE|NYC| Foundation, Inc.
Attn: Development Department
217 W. 18th St. #320
New York, NY 10113



Venmo: @movenyc1

Cashapp: $MOVENYCFoundation

Does MOVE|NYC| participate in employer gift matching programs?

Maximize your impact! Does your employer match your charitable contributions? If so, please use MOVE|NYC|’s EIN (83-4051551) for employer gift matching initiatives.

How can I make a gift of stock to MOVE|NYC|?

For more information on how to make a stock gift, please contact our Development Department at development.movenyc@gmail.com.

What is the difference between making a general donation and donating to the Darius Barnes Award?

Darius Barnes was a founding and long-standing member of MOVE|NYC|, having served on faculty as a dance educator, choreographer, mentor, audition panelist, and ambassador for the organization. MOVE|NYC| and Darius’ family have created the Darius Barnes Award of Excellence scholarship, awarded to a graduating high school senior that exemplifies all that Darius championed in his life: talent, ambition, diversity, versatility, and artistic excellence. Make a Gift to the Darius Barnes Award of Excellence

How can I contact MOVE|NYC| to discuss my donation or ask questions?

If you have any questions, want to give via phone or email, or simply want to help make an even bigger difference at MOVE|NYC| please email us at development.movenyc@gmail.com.

OUR ORGANIZATIONAL PARTNERS

INSTItutional support

Anonymous, Altman Foundation, Arbor Rising, Charles Hayden Foundation, Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, DJ McManus Foundation, Eugene M. Lang Foundation, GlobalGiving, Harman Family Foundation, Hogan Lovells LLP, Howard Gilman Foundation, The Harkness Foundation for Dance, The Ichigo Foundation, Joseph C. & Esther Foster Foundation, Lotos Foundation, MacMillan Family Foundation, Meringoff Family Foundation, M&T Charitable Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, The New York Community Trust (Mosaic Fund & Van Lier Fellow Fund), New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, New York State Council on the Arts, New York Urban League, Oprah Winfrey Foundation, The Pierre and Tana Matisse Foundation, The Ready Foundation, The SHS Foundation, Shubert Foundation, and Youth INC. MOVE|NYC| receives additional support through the matching gift programs of American Express, BlackRock, The Benevity Community Impact Fund – A Fund of the American Online Giving Foundation, Google, SONY Corporation, and UBS.

Why Your Support Matters

MOVE|NYC| is transforming the dance field by breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for the next generation of exceptional artists. Here’s why your support is crucial:

Equity & Access

Empower dancers with life-changing opportunities.

Diversity in Dance

Help reshape the demographics of the dance field to better reflect our world.

Proven Impact

100% of alumni are accepted into top colleges, conservatories, and training programs.