From Competition to Compassion: Dual Star Dance Academy Launches the EDC’s Global Impact
Introduction: Inspiring Change through Dance
Dual Star Dance Academy in Colorado has always instilled a spirit of giving, but in 2023, Director Ashley Lambert envisioned a way to use dance itself to drive change. By partnering with Redemptive Dance Ministries (RDM), Dual Star empowered their dancers to support underserved peers globally, aligning their love for dance with a mission of impact.
The Challenge:
The academy wanted to show its students that dance could do more than win competitions; it could make a real difference in the world. Lambert sought a way to expand Dual Star’s influence and inspire her dancers to support those without the same opportunities.
Solution: Partnership with EDC
In partnership with RDM, Dual Star’s dancers helped establish the EmpowerDance Collective (EDC), supporting Kenyan chapters and using their love for dance to change lives.
Introduction: Inspiring Change through Dance
Dual Star Dance Academy in Colorado has always instilled a spirit of giving, but in 2023, Director Ashley Lambert envisioned a way to use dance itself to drive change. By partnering with Redemptive Dance Ministries (RDM), Dual Star empowered their dancers to support underserved peers globally, aligning their love for dance with a mission of impact.
The Challenge:
The academy wanted to show its students that dance could do more than win competitions; it could make a real difference in the world. Lambert sought a way to expand Dual Star’s influence and inspire her dancers to support those without the same opportunities.
Solution: Partnership with EDC
In partnership with RDM, Dual Star’s dancers helped establish the EmpowerDance Collective (EDC), supporting Kenyan chapters and using their love for dance to change lives.
Purpose-Driven Impact
- Peer Fundraising & Benefit Concert: Through fundraising and an inspiring Benefit Concert, Dual Star raised $30,000 for the Kenyan chapters, providing dance education, meals, and mentorship to underserved youth.
- Global Connections: Dual Star dancers connected personally with their Kenyan peers through video calls, letters, and a choreography exchange, creating friendships across borders.
Results:
This partnership was transformative:
- Purpose and Leadership: Dual Star’s dancers embraced leadership roles and found deeper meaning in their performances, knowing their efforts brought hope and opportunities to others.
- Legacy of Service: Dual Star’s initiative inspired the EDC’s Collaboration Grants Program, allowing studios worldwide to use dance as a force for change.
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Imagine your studio as the next pioneer. Become a partner today and make a global impact through dance.
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