Dear Friends of Second Act Network,

As we prepare for Giving Tuesday on December 2, I want to share why this day matters so much to our work. When you make a gift to Second Act on giving2sdAy, you invest in what comes next - the real opportunities for people who are considering a new career outside of dance.

Over the past year, your support has helped participants apply their skills and experience to take meaningful steps towards their second act. With your help, Second Act Network provides the practical tools they need—mentorship, scholarships, and community—but also something harder to measure: the confidence that a new chapter is possible.

This giving2sdAy, your contribution will allow us to:
• Ensure that every participant has guidance, encouragement, and a plan for the road ahead through the mentorship program
• Expand on our inaugural scholarships program by increasing both the reach and the impact of the awards we offer
• Host community events, career-transition workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities

I hope you’ll join us by giving, sharing our campaign, or simply spreading the word. Together, we can help more people turn the page with hope—and with real opportunities in front of them.

Thank you for investing in what comes next.

Carolyn Bakich
Executive Director

Second Act is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that serves professional and pre-professional dancers transitioning to college and secondary careers. Our program supports individuals at all stages of alternative career exploration and development from our first-hand experience as former dancers.

giving2sdAy 2025

Join us as we celebrate the future of Second Act!

Team Members