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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 29d

Will you support the future of dance? https://bit.ly/4moRUyw
#RememberACharityWeek

Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 29d

“If you are struggling to make ends meet, I can't recommend contacting DPF highly enough. The support I received helped me a huge amount to get my career to where it is now!”

"I found the phone conversations invaluable. They made me feel connected to someone."

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 29d

"DPF helped to release the weight of the financial pressure I was experiencing and allowed me to see clearly again!"

"It is reassuring to know that there is support available in an industry where you often feel alone if you're struggling."

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 29d

✨Every year we transform the lives of many dancers, dance teachers and choreographers through our grants. All thanks to gifts in Wills from supporters like you.
But don't just take our word for it, here's some of the feedback we've had from just some of those we've supported:

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Sep 8

It's #RememberACharityWeek.

Will you support the future of dance by leaving a gift in your will?

We've been providing dance professionals with advice, support and grant programmes for over 80 years. We couldn't do this without your support.
https://bit.ly/4moRUyw
@rememberacharity.bsky.social

📷by Hugo Glendinning of Valerie Ebuwa in Clod Ensemble’s Black Saint and the Sinner Lady.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Sep 1

One week to go until #RememberACharityWeek, an opportunity for everyone to take a moment to consider leaving a gift to charity in their Will, after looking after family and friends.

This year also marks 25 years of RACWeek!

www.rememberacharity... @rememberacharity

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Aug 14

📢Today we're launching the second round of Best Foot Forward: grants to invigorate your dance career.

Read the full guidelines & enquire through our online contact form by Thurs 11 Sept: bit.ly/40JWT4l

Like + Share this post to help get the message out!

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Jun 27

To stay up to date with everything Dance Professionals Fund- charity news, grant opportunities and more- join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/dr...

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Jun 25

It's #SmallCharityWeek!

Our vision is that all dance professionals should be able to lead a fulfilling life in dance safe from hardship. We provide access to confidential advice, financial support & essential services.

Find out more about our Fund & who we help: www.dancefund.org.uk/about-us/

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The Royal Theatrical Fund @the-rtf.bsky.social · Feb 6

𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

Restarting on Wednesday 12th February, join us between 10:30am and 12:30pm to have a Coffee, Catch Up and Choir!

📆 Fortnightly from Wednesday 12th February
🕙 10:30am - 12:30pm
📍 The Actor's Church, Covent Garden

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Jun 12

Are you a dancer, dance teacher or choreographer looking for support with living costs?

Fill out our contact form by Thursday 10 July to let us know how we can help: bit.ly/3FQTnhv

Image description: A testimonial about DPF from Theo Arran, a young, white male dancer with a red-tinged beard and short hair. The background is purple with teal accents. The text reads: 'If you are struggling to make ends meet, I can't recommend contacting DPF highly enough. The support I received helped me a huge amount to get my career to where it is now!' — Theo Arran | Dancer.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Jun 12

✨ Last night, DPF were at the opening of the Edward Burra exhibition at Tate Britain, where designs from our Royal Ballet & Opera stage collection are now on display!

Spot Burra’s 1936 ‘Barabau’ costume designs- including one worn by Ninette de Valois herself. A proud moment for us!

a maroon coloured gallery wall showing a selection of costume designs and black and white photos of dancers wearing them

a woman in a blue dress stands in front of a maroon gallery wall, showing two costume paintings and two black and white photos of the costumes as worn by royal ballet dancers

a gallery wall description of the aforementioned art works, going into further details about the works on show and their historical context

Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Jun 5

At DPF our commitment to the dance community is unwavering. We proudly support all dance professionals—regardless of sexuality, gender identity, race, age, or background.

Read a blog from our Digital Marketing Manager, Kate about LGBTQI+ Comms in 2025:
www.dancefund.org.uk/2025/06/pink...

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · May 23

Are you signed up to the Dance Professionals Fund mailing list? Join now for:

- grant opportunity updates
- inspiring stories from those we've supported
- news about our fund and those we work with

✉️ http://eepurl.com/dr...
#DanceFund #UKDance

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Apr 15

New to BlueSky? We've created a Dance Community starter pack to help you get started!
bsky.app/profile/did:...

A person is captured mid-dance in a sunlit, rustic studio with exposed brick walls and wooden beams. They are performing a graceful backbend, balancing on one leg while reaching one arm forward and placing the other across their chest. The dancer's form and expression convey strength and fluidity, highlighted by the natural light streaming through the large window on the right.

Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Apr 10

Today we've been at the #GoldenBucketAwards with @actingforothers.bsky.social!
Here's A4O Chair Stephen Waley-Cohen at the end of the event thanking us all for coming!

A man in a smart black jacket stands on stage reading from a sheet of paper, his right arm outstretched as he presents to the gathered crowd.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Apr 3

Is an increase in living costs making you worry about managing your day-to-day finances?

Apply now for a one-off cost of living grant.

Fill out our application enquiry form by Weds 30 April: bit.ly/4hUdmbV

⭐Like & Share this post if you can and help us continue to reach those in need. #UKDance

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Mar 27

As #WomensHistoryMonth comes to a close, we're remembering one of our key founders, Dame Ninette de Valois OM CH DBE: Irish-born British dancer, teacher, choreographer, & the first Artistic Director of the Royal Ballet.

DPF has a story dating back to 1936. Read more: ow.ly/aoSn50VpMlh

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A digital graphic features a quote in white serif font on a muted purple background. The quote reads, "Somebody must always be doing something new, or life would get very dull." Below the quote, the author's name, "Ninette de Valois," is displayed in a smaller font. A large stylized quotation mark is positioned in the top left corner.

Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Mar 26

Join STEPPS Charity as Chair of the Board of Trustees

Are you passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of dancers and performing artists?

If you're ready to lead STEPPS into its next exciting chapter, find out how to apply here:
stepps.charity/join-the-team/

A dark yellow square with white letters reading STEPPS. Underneath reads 'mentally fit and emotionally strong'.

Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Feb 27

Hello new followers! 👋🏽

DPF are an award-winning UK grant-making charity for individuals working in dance.

➡️You can also follow us on: BlueSky, Instagram, Linkedin & TikTok: [at]danceprofessionalsfund
✉️Join our list for updates straight to your inbox: eepurl.com/drNnoz
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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Feb 26

Gain practical tools, insight and inspiration at this free career development workshop for professional dancers, presented by Dancers’ Career Development (DCD).
BOOK: dancerscareerdevelopment.as.me/EVOLVE-LONDON
When: Mon 24 March, 10.30am-1.30pm
Where: Prince of Wales Theatre, London W1D 6AS

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Acting For Others @actingforothers.bsky.social · Feb 20

𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁

📆 Saturday 17 May 2025
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 St Paul’s Church, Bedford Street
💷 Entry £5

🐦 Early bird tickets to be announced next month!

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Feb 19

Continuing Professional Development with BBO Dance: supporting dancers & teachers at every step of their career, including offering CPD courses.
Find out more and register: www.bbo.dance/cpd-event-li... #BBODance

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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · Feb 18

Acting for Others’ West End flea market is to return for the fifth year running this May, following a record-breaking 2024 👇

West End flea market returns for fifth year

Acting for Others’ West End flea market is to return for the fifth year running this May, following a record-breaking 2024

www.thestage.co.uk

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · Feb 13

❄️Dance Professionals Fund Newsletter is here! Winter 2025 -

mailchi.mp/dancefund/da...

Grant opportunities, Trustee news & more. #DanceFund