Current Fundraising Priorities

The Department of Dance Production and Enrichment Fund provides unrestricted support for innovative programming, diverse guest artists, and special projects prioritized by the department head. If you would like your gift to go to one of the following projects, please indicate that in the “Additional Gift Instructions” section after you submit your donation from Dance's giving site.

Storefront Studio

The Department of Dance has a new Storefront Studio space at 700 S Gregory in Urbana. We are raising funds to complete the space with mirrors and storage solutions for Fall 2025. Please specify Storefront Studio in your donation-

Dance at Illinois 25-26 Production Season

Dance at Illinois is raising funds for our 25-26 production season, projects that will highlight the impact, diversity, and innovation of Black Dance artistry. International and local guest artists and alumni will be invited to campus to create works, give lectures, teach masterclasses, and to engage with the local community. This funding opportunity will enable DAI to increase awareness and reach new audiences on campus, in the Champaign-Urbana community and beyond. Please specify 25-26 Production Season in your donation submission.