Transform Lives Through the Arts - Support AREA

Where Stars Are Born and Dreams Take Flight

For over 16 years, AREA (Atlanta's Resource for Entertainment & Arts) has been transforming lives through dance and performing arts. We provide world-class training and performance opportunities for youth ages 2-18, creating pathways to confidence, creativity, and career-readiness within Atlanta's vibrant arts community.

Why Your Support Matters

Your donation directly impacts young lives by breaking down barriers to quality arts education, building confidence through creative expression, developing future leaders in Atlanta's arts community, strengthening families through shared artistic experiences, and creating opportunities for underserved youth to discover their talents.

How We Use Your Donation

Every dollar you give supports:

• Student Access & Scholarships - Making dance education accessible to all families, regardless of economic circumstances
• Professional Instruction - World-class training from certified professionals and guest artists
• Performance Opportunities - Showcases, competitions, and community performances that build confidence
• Facility & Equipment - Maintaining our state-of-the-art studios and expanding to satellite locations
• Community Outreach - Programs that bring dance education directly to underserved communities

AREA Giving Stage: Where Every Gift Takes the Spotlight!

• $25 — Ignite a Spark: Your gift sponsors one introductory dance class. It’s their first leap into dance, movement, and/or creative expression. Every spark starts the journey.
• $50 — Shine On Starter Pack: Helps a dancer receive essential gear (attire) to show up prepared and proud—boosting their confidence and sense of belonging.
• $100 — Keep the Rhythm: Covers partial tuition support for weekly Academy classes, allowing young dancers to stay in motion and continue their training uninterrupted.
• $250 — Steps of Support: Outfits a student with a full year’s worth of dance shoes—ballet, jazz, tap—supporting their foundational training across all core styles.
• $300 — Performance-Ready Star: Assists with two (2) costumes, makeup, and performance accessories for a dancer so they can fully shine onstage with confidence and pride.
• $500 — One-Month Momentum: Funds a full month of Academy tuition (up to 3–classes per week) for a dedicated dancer in need of scholarship support.
• $1,000 — Intensive Impact: Supports a student's participation in Summer Intensive training—masterclasses, technique, and showcase performances that transform their growth and artistry.
• $2,500 — Semester of Stardom: Sponsors a full semester (5 months) of training, performance prep, and artistic mentoring. A true investment in a young artist’s trajectory.
• $5,000 — Shooting Star Circle: Covers an entire year of holistic training: weekly classes, performance costs, costumes, mentorship, and more. It’s an all-access pass to possibility.

All donations are pooled through AREA Forward, our capital and capacity-building campaign to ensure long-term sustainability, access, and impact. Your gift—at any level—helps AREA direct resources where they are needed most across: AREA Academy | AREA Outreach | AREA Performs | AREA Satellites

Make It Monthly - Multiply Your Impact

Monthly giving creates lasting change! When you commit to a monthly gift, you provide predictable support that helps us plan programs year-round, sustained scholarships that follow students throughout their journey, and stable funding for our most vulnerable programs. Each monthly gift helps our young artists shine—on stage, in class, and in life. Your ongoing support powers dance dreams and fuels our mission year-round.

• $10/month = Spark a Start // $120/year – Helps provide essential AREA Ready Supplies for youth in training, including tights, leotards, dance shoes, and/or basic class gear—removing barriers to participation and helping each dancer walk into class with confidence.
• $25/month = Shine Kit // $300/year – Delivers a full Performance Ready Package—Two (20) costumes,and accessories—so one rising star feels confident and stage-ready.
• $50/month = Training Champion // $600/year – Covers a Monthly Training Scholarship for 2–3 weekly classes, plus essential extras—removing financial barriers for a dedicated student.
• $100/month = Next-Level Launchpad // $1,200/year – Funds one dancer’s full Summer Intensive Experience, including masterclasses, technique training, and elite mentorship.

You Don’t Just Fund a Dancer. You Empower a Dreamer. Support the Artistry, Reach, Empowerment, and Access that makes AREA shine.

All donors receive updates on student progress and program impact. Donors giving $500+ receive personalized impact reports and special recognition. Donors giving $1,000+ are invited to exclusive behind-the-scenes studio visits and performances.

Every Dollar Counts

No gift is too small. Whether you give $5 or $500, your support matters. Every contribution, regardless of size, helps us continue building confidence through creativity and ensuring that every child has access to quality performing arts education.

Our Impact

• 16 years of transforming lives through the arts
• Award-winning youth programs and performing ensembles
• Multigenerational programming serving ages 2 through adult
• Located in Atlanta's arts district with expanding satellite locations
• Focused on equity and accessibility for all families

Help us continue building confidence through creativity, strengthening Atlanta's arts ecosystem, and ensuring every child has access to quality performing arts education.

"My AREA, Your AREA, Our AREA in the Arts has no limits!"
- Jai McClendon Jones, Executive Artistic Director

AREA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible.

Together, we're building the next generation of confident, creative leaders. Thank you for believing in the power of the arts!