“Dancers Care is an incredible organization that shows that dancers can be bigger than themselves. It teaches future generations to give back to those who suffer. Cancer is an ongoing dilemma in our society and without the positivity and spirit of dance artistry, this would be an even bigger task to overcome. Life is a gift and we should celebrate it with our passion that is dance.”
-Gregg Russell -3ddn.net

“I wanted to be involved because it deals with two things that are close to my heart. Dance and Cancer. Dance saved my life, literally, in more ways than one and cancer has effected the lives of numerous people around me that I love dearly. My own mother being one of them. I also learned not to long ago that a high school friend that is only 37 years old, is terminally ill with lung cancer. My former partner had his mother pass away from cancer and I have had several of my clients have to deal with similar situations over the years. My dear friend Hollywood dance photographer Levi Walker (pictured with me) has had close people to him be effected by cancer a well.

Because our community is so small we really have the opportunity to make a difference by spreading the word about this amazing organization that has taken the initiative to focus its funds, energy and resource specifically on the dance community. Please join me this month is letting the world know that Dancers Care about their own and never give up.” – Jim Keith, Founder www.movementmgmt.com

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A portion of proceeds will go to Dancers Care Foundation.

“Body Wrappers is so proud to support Dancers Care Foundation and its cause.”

“The ICON DOLLZ are a new dance crew of female teenage dancers whose mission is to dance for a cause. The name “ICON DOLLZ” originated from the inspiration of “Shine on Now”, the American Girl’s charitable effort that supports important causes and encourages girls to be their best by giving back in their communities. As their director, I feel it’s important to teach these young women how much more rewarding dance can be than a simple applause.

My goal is to teach the girls to reach out and touch the lives of those who are less fortunate through dancing, caring and helping to raise funds. I believe Dancer’s Care Foundation is the perfect way for the ICON DOLLZ to work together as a dance crew to give back. Thank you to Dancer’s Care Foundation for providing us with this opportunity.” -Beth Hubela, Director of the ICON Dollz

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The diagnosis of Osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer would come to change his life forever. Cancer can be thought of as a horrible enemy if you let it but Evan has proven that Cancer picked the wrong person to mess with….just when he thought the cancer was gone…and after 9 surgeries to rid his body of cancer and to save his leg…it came back, now aggressively, rapidly growing and invading the soft tissue of Evan’s leg where it had previously been only in the bone. He was faced with the decision to amputate his leg in order to stop the cancer and to save his life. His surgeon believed that he possessed the heart of a young man that could accept this challenge in life and still make his dreams come true. But the road to recovery continued to be saturated with more obstacles than what most people could bear. The physical recovery from the amputation was painful but it did not stop Evan from walking the next day on crutches and accepting the challenge to complete demi plies from his ballet trained, physical therapist. Three weeks after the surgery Evan started the long battle of 9 months of intensive chemotherapy. This resulted in constant set backs and delays due to the complications of chemo and the need for continuous hospitalizations to fight the side effects. If that were not enough, the cancer then metastasized to both lungs necessitating 2 major lung surgeries to remove 12 tumors in all. Due to the nature of Osteosarcoma’s recurrence, it was then suggested that he participate in a clinical trial to increase his likelihood of survival. This involved 48 additional treatments over a period of yet another 9 months.

Through it all, Evan has remained true to the meaning of his name…..Evan, a warrior, a good messenger and a ROCK! Despite all these adversities, Evan has gone on to do some great things…. He returned to school during chemo and surgeries when his doctors advised against it to achieve 24 college credits in 2010-2011, he garnered a lead role in Sweet Charity at MSU, for which he is now nominated for a Kennedy Center Award and he became involved in charitable work raising a combined amount of over $20,000 for rare pediatric cancer research and treatment at Sloan Kettering and for the America Cancer Society, through performances with his band, through Cycle for Survival and through motivational speaking engagements for school children. Most recently, he has diligently worked with his Prosthetist, Bob Austin at Hanger to develop a suitable “peg leg” for tap dancing. Evan had promised himself that he would tap dance again and his motivation was to acknowledge the legend, Peg Leg Bates. Just two days after receiving his peg leg, Evan posted an impromptu video on YouTube and within 24 hours, it had more than 6,000 views. The world was astonished and inspired by his strength, fortitude, determination and grace in achieving such a task. Through it all, Evan continues to be the humble and unassuming young man that he has always been known to be. He is a good friend to all and lives life everyday with his beautiful smile. He has been brave, determined and filled with the goodness and steadfast belief that cancer is no match for the human spirit.

Message of Hope: Thank you for listening to my story. My name is Gina Ruggerio. Evan is my son and I am a proud supporter of Dancers Care Foundation.

And so it went week after week. Then the disease took a firm grip on her and she grew weak. She said I need to hear your voice so I called more often. The week before she died her family visited. About 20 people; some flying in from Florida and Panama. She told me how happy she had been seeing them.

My dear friend passed one week later on Sunday, November 13th, 2011.

A truly beautiful human being-inside and out.. By example she proved that a person could reach their goals. She would say. – Never stop dreaming. Never say no. And never give up. Your friends and family are important. Always keep in touch even if by telephone.

I will miss her forever.

We all think that people who have touched our lives will live forever. They do, in our hearts.

Message of Hope: Thank you for allowing me to share my story. My name is Lyn Paul and I am a proud supporter of Dancers Care Foundation.

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Dance Studio Connect will donate 20 dance studio listings for Dancer’s Care Foundation. 20 dance studios will get a listing on our site to advertise their studios to local dancers searching for new classes or studios. Each listing is $99, totaling $1,980.00. 75% of proceeds go to Dancers Care Foundation.

“Breast Cancer poses an equal threat to, and affects all women around the world. Women comprise a vast majority of the dance community, and because of this, we feel the Breast Cancer cause hits close to home. At Dance Studio Connect, we support all dancers, all women, all victims of Breast Cancer, whether directly of indirectly affected by it, in their celebration of life and personal strength through dance.” Elizabeth Breuder

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This Ballet Coloring Sheet Series is a fun way for dancers to learn their ballet positions, arabesques and body positions with this series of reproducible coloring sheets. French, Russian and Cecchetti methods are included. 75% of proceeds benefit Dancers Care Foundation with purchase. Ballet Coloring Sheet Series is $25.95.

“At the age of 29 I lost a friend and colleague to breast cancer. Her doctors delayed her diagnosis by almost 8 years because “she wasn’t old enough to have breast cancer”. Only through research and education can we eradicate this disease.” Anneliese

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We are donating proceeds from the Neon Pink Glitter Cowboy Hat to Dancers Care Foundation. 30% of proceeds will be donated with each sale. The Neon pink cowboy hat is $5.00.

“International Dance Supplies Ltd are pleased to support the Dancers Care Foundation. Many of our lives have been affected by cancer and we are passionate about joining forces with other dance organizations to raise funds and assist in finding a cure.”