Support Kathak for the Community

Supporting the Chitresh Das Institute ensures that world-class Kathak training, performance, and artistic creation remain accessible to our community. India’s classical dance and music traditions are among the world’s richest cultural legacies. Sustained support is essential to keep these living traditions thriving.

At CDI, we invest in education and training, and support artists and the creation of new work that carries Kathak forward for contemporary audiences. Our distinguished faculty upholds the highest artistic standards, cultivating not only technical excellence, but also discipline, knowledge, self-discovery, and a deep sense of community grounded in Indian classical tradition.

CDI seeks to ignite the world's passion for kathak dance and India classical arts, with art rooted in tradition, responding to the now, and guided by community, legacy, and seva (service).

Your donation has a meaningful and lasting impact. It enables CDI to present the highest-quality productions, offer comprehensive training, and remain committed to current and future generations of artists, students, and audiences.

***Gifts may also be made through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), stocks, and workplace matching programs. For questions or to explore giving options, please contact us at [email protected].