13.6.101.107 Application
Dance Alive, Inc.

Proposal Information

Item	Response
Application #	13.6.101.107
Program	General Program Support
Proposal Type	Discipline-Based
Funding Category	Level 2
Discipline	Dance
Applicant is requesting REDI waiver	N/A
Residency Contact Hours	N/A
Proposal Synopsis	During its 2012-2013 season DANB will use General Program Support to develop and enhance programs that augment and advance DANB’s mission statement and reflect Culture Builds Florida’s Future. General Program Support will sustain DANB’s ability to promote innovative artistic creativity and inform, inspire, educate and challenge audiences and artists of all ages.

Applicant Information

Item	Response
Corporate Name	Dance Alive, Inc.
DBA Name	Dance Alive National Ballet
Federal Employer ID	23-7348157
Principal Address	1325 NW 2 Street Gainesville, FL 32601-4260
County	Alachua
Applicant Email Address	dalive@bellsouth.net
Grant Contact	Judy Skinner, Director of Grants and Arts Education Programs
Authorized Official	Judy, Skinner
Website	www.dancealive.org

Mission Statement

Dance Alive National Ballet aspires to enrich humanity by sustaining a professional ballet company of the highest caliber which strives for excellence in the fields of artistic creativity, performance, education and community leadership. See goals in attachments.

Proposal Description

SUMMARY
During its 2012-2013 season DANB will use General Program Support to develop and enhance programs that augment and advance DANB’s mission statement and reflect Culture Builds Florida’s Future. General Program Support will enable DANB to promote innovation, artistic creativity and to inform, inspire, educate and challenge audiences and artists of all ages.

GOALS:

• To develop and enhance programs that augment and advance DANB’s mission statement.

• To reflect Culture Builds Florida’s Future.

• To promote innovation and artistic creativity.

• To inform, inspire, educate and challenge audiences and artists of all age.

DANB OBJECTIVES FOR 2012-2013 SEASON:

1. Support a home season to include full-length main stage productions and repertory programs, new works and works from existing contemporary and classical repertoire. (1-2 new productions/4-5 new works/4-5 reconstructions)

2. Expand the visibility of DANB through Florida and beyond by 15-18 tour bookings in 2012-2013.

3. Expand services to underserved groups and seniors by 10% during 2012-2013.

4. Continue presenting quality educational activities for life-long learning on tour and at home.

5. Continue collaborations with local, regional, national and international arts organizations and increase partnerships with businesses that overlap with culture as well as with cultural businesses.

6. Communicate the public value of arts and culture and work to assure that both are included in local and regional development and growth plans.

ACTIVITIES FOR:

• OBJECTIVE #1:

1. Present 5-6 productions and 6-7 events.

2. Continue searching for 5 additional funding sources.

3. Present 9-10 fundraising activities.

• OBJECTIVE #2:

1. Produce performances/events/programming in 7-8 senior centers in Florida.

2. Present/perform in 4-5 rural and underserved areas of Florida.

3. Explore performance opportunities with the assistance of Art of the Olympians (AOTO).

4. Use Siegel Artist Management as booking agents; upgrade tour materials, website and social network sites.

5. Continue self-booking.

6. Continue to apply for and serve on Florida's Touring Program.

7. Continue collaborating with Cristina Helena, Brazilian choreographer, and Sesiminas Dance Company in Brazil; exchanging dancers, choreography and students.

• OBJECTIVE #3:

1. Present 10-15 performances/talks/demos for seniors.

2. Through "Senior Moments", provide programming to serve 3 senior centers as well as 3 HUD facilities with talks, lecture/demonstrations or performances.

3. Provide access to programming at no cost to clients of 120 social service agencies.

4. Provide discounted tickets to seniors and students.

• OBJECTIVE #4:

1. Present 3-5 performances for students during the school day.

2. Prepare curriculum material for all school programs.

3. Present lectures/talks at public libraries, institutions of higher learning or senior centers.

4. Present master-classes at home and on the road.

5. Conduct a 2-3 week residency at the Villages in Lady Lake.

6. Present 10-15 performances/talks/demos for seniors.

• OBJECTIVE #5:

1. Collaborate with AOTO on projects, performances and exhibits locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

2. Collaborate with the Hippodrome Theatre, UF Fine Arts and UF Performing Arts on GES and other marketing and performance projects.

3. Participate in Florida Cultural Alliance and Division of Cultural Affairs webinars and activities.

4. Utilize LAA, Visitor and Convention Bureau, Council of Economic Outreach and Gainesville Chamber of Commerce to develop programs that overlap with business.

5. Continue collaborating with Cristina Helena and Sesiminas Dance Company; dancers on the roster, choreography in repertoire and students in classes.

• OBJECTIVE #6:

1. Serve on committees and attend workshops held by LAA and agencies that speak to the value of culture and arts such as Dance/USA.

2. Work with City of Gainesville, Visitor and Convention Bureau and VisitGainesville; serving on committees and advisory boards, attending workshops and exploring projects and relationships that would enhance tourism and DANB.

3. Continue service on boards (Duval Community Arts Council) and with agencies that communicate the value of culture and arts to the public.

4. Use AOTO partnership to speak to the value of the arts at home and on the road.

TIMELINE
DANB is currently planning for the 2012-2013 season. Activities listed will take place 7/1/2012 through 6/30/2013.

• Objective #1 Home Season: Planning summer 2011. Contracts for venues in place by 8/12. Performances and events take place 7/1/12 to 6/30/13. Choreography throughout year. Research for funding on-going.

• Objective #2 Touring: Majority of contracts in place by 8/1/12. Website and press kit upgraded summer 2012.

• Objective #3 Social Service/elderly: Notices sent to email list 9/1 and prior to each show. Follow-up and evaluation following each performance.

• Objective #4 Life-Long Learning: Dates confirmed by 8/12. Follow-up and evaluation following each event.

• Objective #5 Collaboration: On-going. Evaluation 6/13.

• Objective #6 Communicate Value: On-going. Evaluation 6/13.

Culture Builds Florida's Future

1. Strengthening the Economy

   DANB’s home and tour season will have an economic impact of over $1,575,735 in 2012-2013. DANB provides direct income for 25-30 artists, designer and technical associates of DANB; their salaries generating revenue for numerous businesses.

   • Home performances and fundraisers strengthen the local economy by:

   1. Providing revenue to venues, restaurants and local businesses (building supplies, costumes, shoes, caterers, musicians, designers, etc.).

   2. Providing revenue to DANB through ticket sales, boutique sales, fundraising sales, etc.

   3. Providing revenue to marketing providers.

   • Touring strengthens the economy in Alachua County by:

   1. Providing the revenue for salaries for dancers and staff; providing funds for rent and usual living expenses.

   2. Providing revenue for truck rental agencies for tour.

   • Touring strengthens the economy of Florida communities where DANB tours in the following ways:

   1. Revenue is generated by DANB on hotels, gas, per diem and entertainment.

   2. Revenue is generated through boutique and food/drink sales at venues.

   3. Revenue is generated through audience members visiting restaurants, etc. pre-post-shows.

   4. Revenue is generated for the venue through ticket sales, corporate and grant support.

   • Brazilian Connection:

   1. Students will provide revenue through hotels, restaurants, entertainment, transportation, etc. (10 students, their teacher and parents are arriving for a week of training in August 2011.)

   2. Guest Brazilian dancers/choreographers and their families will generate additional revenue in Alachua County as well as throughout Florida.

   • Collaborating with AOTO brings visibility to both organizations; attracting visitors (generating revenue) to both AOTO’s Center of Excellence and DANB performances at home and on the road.

   • Collaboration with VisitGainesville and LAA will enable DANB to develop programs that attract tourists or enhance the visitor experience; generating additional revenue that will stay in the state.

2. Learning and Wellness

   DANB has a long history of providing exceptional educational activities. (See DANB sample curriculum material.) In this project, DANB will:
   

   • Through Discover Dance

   1. Present three to five school performances in Alachua Counties. (DANB school performances in Alachua County historically serve students from 13 surrounding counties.) Performances will take place in the home performance venue and local schools. Ongoing since 1976. Serves 6,000. (DANB invested $15,000 in a floor that makes it possible to perform on concrete – allowing us to take performances to schools.)

   2. Present curriculum material specific to the project and made available to teachers and parents on-line. Curriculum material is grade and production specific; keyed to Sunshine State Standards and FCAT requirements. “Lady Bug: Action Hero!”, “Robin Hood”, “Nutcracker” and “Discover Dance” are currently available.

   3. Present master classes in Lee, Liberty and Flagler counties.

   4. Conduct a two-three week residency in Lake County. On-going since 2008. Serves 25.

   • Through Senior Moments

   1. Present lecture and lecture/demonstrations in three senior facilities in Alachua County. On-going since 2000. Serves six facilities in Alachua County (3 HUD facilities) and 7-8 on tour.

   2. Present “meet and greets” and pre-post-show talkbacks in Alachua and Lee County. (These also often take place while on tour through Florida.)

   • Through Dance Partners, provide access to main stage performances at no cost to underserved, disabled, seniors and at-risk individuals. DANB partners with DCF’s Community Partner Liaison, United Way and Gainesville Housing Authority to reach above individuals. On going since 1999. Serves 500-1,000.

   • Continue its collaboration with AOTO (Art of the Olympians). Both organizations have a commitment to inform, inspire, educate and challenge youth, artists and audiences of all ages.

   • Discounted tickets are provided seniors, children and students. Since 1966. Serves over 3,000.

3. Building Leadership

   • DANB and AOTO (Art of the Olympians) formed a partnership in 2008. The DANB and AOTO partnership is unique in its commitment to creating an environment that promotes the innovative artistic collaboration between the art and the sport worlds. Through the vehicle of dance, sports and visual arts, sharing resources and expertise, DANB and AOTO will play a significant role in communities throughout the state.

     This partnership between a professional ballet company located in the northern part of the state and a sports/arts organization in the southern part of the state is highly unusual. Building on each other’s talents and strong commitments to the value of art/culture, this partnership provides the two organizations the vehicle to communicate the public value of the arts and build partnerships with local and cultural businesses in Florida – indeed, internationally.

   • In 2010 DANB entered into a partnership with the Hippodrome Theatre, UF College of Theatre and Dance, UF School of Music, UF Performing Arts and Gainesville’s Visitor and Convention Bureau to produce GES – Gainesville Entertainment Sampler. The professional arts groups and UF worked together to produce a brochure and website that present Alachua County’s nationally recognized arts scene. DANB wrote a grant to support the brochure, UF Dept. of Fine Arts facilitated the website and the Hippodrome provided graphics and facilitated management. The organizations determined that GES was a success and are currently planning the second year. Monthly meetings provide for networking and problem solving - the first time these organizations have come together in partnership.

   • DANB will continue its collaboration with Cristina Helena, Brazilian choreographer, and Sesiminas Dance Company in Brazil; exchanging dancers, choreography and students in an international partnership.

4. Design and Development

   NA

Proposal Estimates

Estimated Number of	Response	Instructions to the Applicant
school based youth benefiting	5,868	Enter the number of individuals under the age of 18 that are expected to be participating in organized school based cultural events. This figure should reflect a portion of the total individuals benefiting.
non-school based youth benefiting	3,893	Enter the number of individuals under the age of 18 that are expected to be participating in non-school based cultural events. This figure should reflect a portion of the total individuals benefiting.
elders benefiting	11,445	Enter the number of individuals over the age of 65 that are expected to benefit from the proposal activities. This figure should reflect a portion of the total individuals benefiting.
artists participating	50	Enter the estimated number of professional artists that will be directly involved in providing artistic services specifically identified with the proposal. Include living artists whose work is represented in an exhibition regardless of whether the work was provided by the artist or by an institution. This figure should reflect a portion of the total individuals benefiting.
individuals benefiting	28,594	Give the total number of individuals that are expected to be involved in proposal activities as artists, non-artists, participants, or audience members. This number should include the values listed for youth, elders and artists.
proposal events	88	How many different events will be produced or presented within the grant period as a part of this proposal? Be sure to list different events, not performances. For example, a musical performed 10 times is only one event, but a musical performed 10 times and workshop done once are two events.
opportunities for public participation	118	Each event will have one or more opportunities for public participation. For example a musical performed 10 times is one event with 10 opportunities for public participation.

Project/Program Location

• Alachua
• Brevard
• Broward
• Columbia
• Flagler
• Jackson
• Lake
• Lee
• Liberty
• Madison
• Marion
• Palm Beach

Proposal Impact

Please see the response to Culture Builds Florida’s Future – Strengthen Economy for a description of the economic impact of DANB as a whole as well as on DANB’s local community and the communities that DANB serves through touring.

In addition to the outline of programs below, please see the response to Culture Builds Florida’s Future – Learning and Wellness for educational/outreach activities provided at home and on tour.

• Discover Dance serves school children from 13 counties surrounding Alachua County (6,000 annually). Since 1976. Three to five performances at the Phillips Center and in local schools. Curriculum material grade level and production specific. Keyed to Sunshine State Standards and FCAT requirements.

• Dance Partners serves individuals referred by United Way and DCF agencies; individuals that are at-risk, disadvantaged, socio-economically handicapped or elderly attend performances at no cost. Talkbacks provided. Serves 500 to 1500 annually since 1999.

• Senior Moments provides performances, talkbacks, Meet and Greets and lecture/demonstrations to six senior facilities (3 HUD facilities). No charge for three performances at principal venue or 15-20 events at the facilities.

• Duval Partnership: DANB has partnered with Duval Fine Arts Academy (a public elementary school/population 98% Black and/or low socio-economic) for over 12 years. DANB has provided residency activities, access to performances at no cost and serves on the Duval Community Arts Council; facilitating over $20,000 annually in tuition scholarships while serving as an advocate for arts education and the school in the community.

• Touring: Educational/outreach activities on tour include:

1. Master classes as part of services.

2. Residency activities in Lake County. Classes 9-5 that include choreography and a final performance.

3. With Community Nutcrackers, staff auditions, sets and rehearses students from the community who then perform with DANB in public performances.

4. School shows as part of services. Nutcracker, Robin Hood, Lady Bug: Action Hero!, Discover Dance.

5. In senior facilities, Meet and Greets and lecture/demos as part of services.

6. Through AOTO, master classes and lecture/demos.

7. In educational settings such as Valdosta State, choreography for and with students.

Operating Budget

	Operating Expenses	Completed Fiscal Year ending 5/31/10
1.	Personnel: Administrative	17,335
2.	Personnel: Programmatic	187,757
3.	Personnel: Technical/Production	1,850
4.	Outside Fees and Services: Programmatic	5,050
5.	Outside Fees and Services: Other	2,611
6.	Space Rental, Rent or Mortgage	54,693
7.	Travel	17,652
8.	Marketing	26,301
9.	Remaining Operating Expenses	80,390
A.	Total Cash Expenses	$393,639
B.	In-kind Contributions	$39,360
C.	Total Operating Expenses	$432,999
	Operating Income	Completed Fiscal Year ending 5/31/10
10.	Revenue: Admissions	80,310
11.	Revenue: Contracted Services	55,240
12.	Revenue: Other	11,073
13.	Private Support: Corporate	31,417
14.	Private Support: Foundation	25,800
15.	Private Support: Other	82,423
16.	Government Support: Federal
17.	Government Support: State/Regional	50,000
18.	Government Support: Local/County	59,560
19.	Applicant Cash
D.	Total Cash Income	$395,823
B.	In-kind Contributions	$39,360
E.	Total Operating Income	$435,183

Additional Operating Budget Information

No answer provided.

Proposal Budget: Summary

	Proposal Expenses	A. Request	B. Cash Expenses	C. In-kind	Total
1.	Personnel: Administrative	0	20,300	12,000	$32,300
2.	Personnel: Programmatic	43,000	164,600	11,500	$219,100
3.	Personnel: Technical/Production	0	2,000	5,000	$7,000
4.	Outside Fees and Services: Programmatic	0	16,000	1,000	$17,000
5.	Outside Fees and Services: Other	0	2,000	19,500	$21,500
6.	Space Rental	0	49,545	50,800	$100,345
7.	Travel	0	20,000	0	$20,000
8.	Marketing	0	20,000	18,000	$38,000
9.	Remaining Proposal Expenses	0	70,000	0	$70,000
D.	Total Proposal Expenses	43,000	364,445	117,800	$525,245
	Proposal Income	A. Request	B. Cash Income	C. In-Kind	Total
10.	Revenue: Admissions		71,000		71,000
11.	Revenue: Contracted Services		100,000		100,000
12.	Revenue: Other		10,045		10,045
13.	Private Support: Corporate		42,000		42,000
14.	Private Support: Foundation		20,800		20,800
15.	Private Support: Other		85,000		85,000
16.	Government Support: Federal		0		$0
17.	Government Support: Regional		0		$0
18.	Government Support: Local/County		35,600		35,600
19.	Applicant Cash		0		$0
E.	Total Proposal Income	43,000	364,445	117,800	$525,245

Proposal Budget: Detail

	Proposal Expenses	A. Request	B. Cash Expenses	C. In-Kind	Total
1.	Personnel: Administrative	0	20,300	12,000	$32,300
1.1. Operations Manager 12 months		0	20,300	0	20,300
1.2. Director Grants & Arts Ed 12 months		0	0	12,000	12,000
2.	Personnel: Programmatic	43,000	164,600	11,500	$219,100
2.1. Artistic Director 12 months		0	22,000	0	22,000
2.2. 13 dancers 32 weeks		43,000	142,600	0	185,600
2.3. Choreographers 4 works		0	0	4,000	4,000
2.4. 3 dancers @ $500 X 5 shows		0	0	7,500	7,500
3.	Personnel: Technical/Production	0	2,000	5,000	$7,000
3.1. Technical Crew Tour		0	2,000	0	2,000
3.2. Stage Mgr $500 X 10 shows		0	0	5,000	5,000
4.	Outside Fees and Services: Programmatic	0	16,000	1,000	$17,000
4.1. Agent		0	15,000	0	15,000
4.2. Designers		0	1,000	0	1,000
4.3. Olympic artists		0	0	1,000	1,000
5.	Outside Fees and Services: Other	0	2,000	19,500	$21,500
5.1. Accountant		0	1,000	0	1,000
5.2. Attorney		0	1,000	0	1,000
5.3. Health Club Memberships		0	0	10,000	10,000
5.4. IT Support		0	0	2,000	2,000
5.5. Studio Photography		0	0	5,000	5,000
5.6. Production Photography 3-4 shows		0	0	2,500	2,500
6.	Space Rental	0	49,545	50,800	$100,345
6.1. Venue		0	25,000	0	25,000
6.2. Storage		0	7,200	0	7,200
6.3. Office		0	5,345	0	5,345
6.4. Studio Space 12 months		0	12,000	0	12,000
6.5. School Venues		0	0	800	800
6.6. Dancer Apartments 6 12 months		0	0	50,000	50,000
7.	Travel	0	20,000	0	$20,000
7.1. Tour		0	20,000	0	20,000
8.	Marketing	0	20,000	18,000	$38,000
8.1. TV		0	7,000	0	7,000
8.2. Print Media		0	4,000	0	4,000
8.3. Print		0	9,000	0	9,000
8.4. Print 3 @ $5000		0	0	15,000	15,000
8.5. Radio/TV		0	0	3,000	3,000
9.	Remaining Proposal Expenses	0	70,000	0	$70,000
9.1. Production		0	25,000	0	25,000
9.2. Insurance		0	7,500	0	7,500
9.3. Events		0	8,000	0	8,000
9.4. Operating Expenses		0	29,500	0	29,500
D.	Total Proposal Expenses	43,000	364,445	117,800	$525,245

	Proposal Income	A. Request	B. Cash Income	C. In-Kind	Total
10.	Revenue: Admissions		71,000		$71,000
10-1 3 main stage shows			70,000		70,000
10-2 5 school shows			1,000		1,000
11.	Revenue: Contracted Services		100,000		$100,000
11-1 10-15 bookings			100,000		100,000
12.	Revenue: Other		10,045		$10,045
12-1 Ads			5,000		5,000
12-2 Boutique			5,045		5,045
13.	Private Support: Corporate		42,000		$42,000
13-1 Shands			5,000		5,000
13-2 M&S Bank			2,000		2,000
13-3 Target			4,000		4,000
13-4 SLS			2,000		2,000
13-5 Pofahl Studios			12,000		12,000
13-6 Additional			12,000		12,000
13-7 Prioria			5,000		5,000
14.	Private Support: Foundation		20,800		$20,800
14-1 Dharma ENdowment			10,000		10,000
14-2 Schneider			500		500
14-3 O'Meara			300		300
14-4 AEC			10,000		10,000
15.	Private Support: Other		85,000		$85,000
15-1 Donations			53,000		53,000
15-2 Fundraising Events			32,000		32,000
16.	Government Support: Federal		0		$0
17.	Government Support: Regional		0		$0
18.	Government Support: Local/County		35,600		$35,600
18-1 City of Gainesville			1,600		1,600
18-2 VCB			34,000		34,000
19.	Applicant Cash		0		$0
E.	Total Proposal Income	43,000	364,445	117,800	$525,245

Additional Proposal Budget Information

No answer provided.

Fiscal Condition and Sustainability

Fiscal Stability/Sustainability

DANB plans on expanding programs and activities only to the extent that is detailed in the proposal objectives. The focus during the next couple of years is on sustaining what we have. DANB is looking realistically at the budget for 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 and expects the same low level of corporate and government funding for the next several years. While operating on a bare bones budget, we will continue to streamline while looking for additional sources of funding. DANB has continued producing quality art and paying dancers since 1976. This project will be successfully completed because:

WE HAVE/WILL

• Expanded touring with Siegel Artist Management as booking agents. Materials upgraded. Selected for Touring Program through 2014. Continue self-booking.

• Planning for the future, appointed an “Assistant Artistic Director” who will take over for the Artistic Director upon her retirement.

• Formed partnerships with local schools to provide venues for school shows, saving $15,000.

• Changed our fund-raising format to build events around performances at the venue, saving $10,000.

• Partnered with Sesiminas Dance Company, providing choreography at no cost and obtaining dancers as apprentices.

• Collaboration with AOTO provides revenue and recognition.

• Develop programs that meet the objectives of and are funded by our VCB.

• Expanded marketing, presence and audience base through new technology.

• Added Benefit Performances generating additional funds.

• Continue seeking funding through e-Civis.

Evaluation Plan

DANB uses the resources listed below to develop annual and 3 year plans. Planning is determined by artistic vision and the budget. DANB meets with LAA and other arts organizations as well city and county officials to plan for and fund programs focused on art and culture that serve the below populations.

• SENIORS:

1. DANB consults with representatives from senior facilities to develop programming.

2. Surveys taken at services are utilized to plan for future years.

• YOUTH/STUDENTS:

1. DANB works with an advisory group of teachers and experts from public and private schools to develop programming and curriculum.

2. Surveys are obtained from teachers and students participating in educational programs for use in planning future arts education programming.

3. DANB works with its school partners, Eastside High School and Oak Hall, in planning programs appropriate for each school.

• AT-RISK/DISADVANTAGED:

1. DANB works with the DCF Liaison to evaluate and develop programs she feels would be of value to her client base. DANB does provide a survey which is utilized in planning.

2. DANB’s ADA Advisory Committee includes people who represent youth, disadvantaged, elderly and handicapped. The Committee is included in planning and evaluation.

• GENERAL PROGRAMMING:

  DANB provides a survey at performances and services. In addition to the surveys, the Artistic Director plans programming after considering:

1. Available performance dates. (The venue books outside events before local.)

2. The dancers. Who is available and appropriate for various parts?

3. Collaborations. What groups are available and interested in collaborating?

4. Cost. What funding is available for a production? Big ballets bring in a larger audience, but incur a huge technical cost!

5. Benefit. What benefit would a particular work bring?

6. Interest/Challenge. She will always look for ways to create a fertile artistic environment that will enrich the creative spirit. Will it challenge and interest the dancers, choreographers?

Applicant Accessibility

Question	Response
Does the applicant have policies and procedures (including a complaint process) that address non-discrimination on the basis of disability?	Yes
Does the applicant have a staff person that is responsible for compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act and Florida Statutes 553?	Yes (Judy Skinner)
Has the applicant completed the Section 504 Self Evaluation Workbook from the National Endowment for the Arts (linked) in the last 5 years?	Yes

Accessibility

EFFORTS TO MEET ADA COMPLIANCE:

• Reviewed Section 504 and ADA regulations.

• Designated Judy Skinner as Accessibility Coordinator.

• Created an ADA Access Advisory group consisting of:

1. A patron with physical disabilities.

2. A person working with elderly and disabled at the HUD facility that regularly attends performances.

3. A physical therapist who works with disabled children and injured dancers.

4. The Fine Arts Coordinator at a residency site that brings the entire school to performances.

5. A trustee who is a senior citizen with hip replacements and stage 4 cancer to serve as Board Liaison.

6. Conducted an ADA survey using the Arts and Humanities Accessibility Checklist.

7. Reaffirmed the Board policy statement committing to programs and facilities that are accessible to all people.

8. Reviewed regulations with staff.

   PROGRAMMING:
   The Artistic Director works to plan programs that will appeal to a variety of populations. Collaborations include UF Gospel Choir, dancers and musicians from India, UF Symphony and chorus, folk dancers, Harn Museum of Art, artists from AOTO, documentary film artists, visual artists, guest artists from UF College of Fine Arts, etc. Programming is accessible to individuals of any cultural or socio-economic background, regardless of age, gender, language or physical/psychological ability. Ticket prices are reasonable and no one at home performances, school shows, lecture/demos, or pre-post-show talks are turned away.

SENIORS:

• DANB provides discounted tickets to seniors.

• Afternoon and morning performances accommodate seniors.

• Senior Moments provide lectures,talks,performances and demonstrations to senior facilities.

• Elderly “Ross” project participants from 3 HUD facilities are provided access to performances at no cost.

DISABLED:

• All facilities DANB utilizes are ADA accessible.

• Disabled “Ross” project participants from 3 HUD facilities are provided access to performances at no cost.

• DANB formed an ADA advisory board to address accessibility issues.

• Large print programs are available.

• Schools with hearing impaired are provided access at no cost and a signer provided.

AT-RISK, UNDERSERVED:

• Through Dance Partners, 500-1,500 at-risk, economically disadvantaged or underserved individuals attend performances and programs at no cost.

• Through United Way and DCF, over 120 social service agencies are provided information that will allow their clients access to all DANB services at no cost. (No funds received from United Way or DCF.)

STUDENTS/CHILDREN:

• DANB provides discounted tickets to all students and children.

• Underserved, at-risk and economically disadvantaged children attend school performances at no charge.

• 3-5 school performances are presented to students from a 14 county area. 50% attend at no cost.

• DANB facilitates 38 tuition scholarships for Black/at-risk students.

As a side note:

• DANB has artistic personnel that speak French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Japanese, English and Portuguese. Experienced professional ballet dancers, they are also experienced teachers who have worked in residency settings and teaching master classes for beginners through advanced students for over 25 years.

• Both resident choreographers are over 65 and have double hip replacements. They have a clear understanding of what it means to be senior and disabled or handicapped.

• One former principal dancer, impaired by stroke, performs character roles and coaches principals.

• Florida Department of State Division of Corporations detail as required.

• IRS Determination letter as required.

• Mission Statement

• DVD Index (DVD in folder)

• Board of Trustees, ADA Compliance Committee, Educational Consultants

• Personnel for Project

• Letters of support from AOTO, outreach agencies, schools, partners, and presenters for school, rural and senior programming.

• Arts Surveys: general population, seniors/special needs and school surveys for teachers and students. (See acknowledgement of state funding.)

• Organizational Chart

In Folder

• Curriculum Guides for Lady Bug: Action Hero! and Robin Hood (See acknowledgement of state funding.)

• 2010-2011 Season Brochure (See acknowledgement of state funding.)

• 10.29 Program (See acknowledgement of state funding.)

• GES Brochure (See acknowledgement of state funding.)

• DVD

• Newletters/flyers (See acknowledgement of state funding.)