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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 18/02/2026

Diversify your dance career with a Best Foot Forward Grant. BFF grants are open for application enquiries NOW through March 9th! Fill out the form below and we'll contact you shortly! ow.ly/vHbv50YbKJi #BestFootForward #DanceGrants #DanceOpportunities

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 09/02/2026

OPEN NOW! Best Foot Forward grants are there to help you with career progression in dance and can assist with costs to develop alternative skills. Apply today ✨ www.dancefund.org.uk/grants/profess… #DanceCareer #CareerDevelopment

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 10/09/2025

✨Every year we transform the lives of many dancers, dance teachers and choreographers through our grants. All thanks to gifts in Wills from supporters like you. But don't just take our word for it, here's some of the feedback we've had from just some of those we've supported:

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 08/09/2025

It's #RememberACharityWeek. Will you support the future of dance by leaving a gift in your will? We've been providing dance professionals with advice, support and grant programmes for over 80 years. We couldn't do this without your support. bit.ly/4moRUyw @rememberacharity.bsky.social

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 01/09/2025

One week to go until #RememberACharityWeek, an opportunity for everyone to take a moment to consider leaving a gift to charity in their Will, after looking after family and friends. This year also marks 25 years of RACWeek! www.rememberacharity... @rememberacharity

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 14/08/2025

📢Today we're launching the second round of Best Foot Forward: grants to invigorate your dance career. Read the full guidelines & enquire through our online contact form by Thurs 11 Sept: bit.ly/40JWT4l Like + Share this post to help get the message out!

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 27/06/2025

To stay up to date with everything Dance Professionals Fund- charity news, grant opportunities and more- join our mailing list: eepurl.com/dr...

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 25/06/2025

It's #SmallCharityWeek! Our vision is that all dance professionals should be able to lead a fulfilling life in dance safe from hardship. We provide access to confidential advice, financial support & essential services. Find out more about our Fund & who we help: www.dancefund.org.uk/about-us/

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The Royal Theatrical Fund @the-rtf.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 Restarting on Wednesday 12th February, join us between 10:30am and 12:30pm to have a Coffee, Catch Up and Choir! 📆 Fortnightly from Wednesday 12th February 🕙 10:30am - 12:30pm 📍 The Actor's Church, Covent Garden

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 12/06/2025

Are you a dancer, dance teacher or choreographer looking for support with living costs? Fill out our contact form by Thursday 10 July to let us know how we can help: bit.ly/3FQTnhv

Image description: A testimonial about DPF from Theo Arran, a young, white male dancer with a red-tinged beard and short hair. The background is purple with teal accents. The text reads: 'If you are struggling to make ends meet, I can't recommend contacting DPF highly enough. The support I received helped me a huge amount to get my career to where it is now!' — Theo Arran | Dancer.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 12/06/2025

✨ Last night, DPF were at the opening of the Edward Burra exhibition at Tate Britain, where designs from our Royal Ballet & Opera stage collection are now on display! Spot Burra’s 1936 ‘Barabau’ costume designs- including one worn by Ninette de Valois herself. A proud moment for us!

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a woman in a blue dress stands in front of a maroon gallery wall, showing two costume paintings and two black and white photos of the costumes as worn by royal ballet dancers

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 05/06/2025

At DPF our commitment to the dance community is unwavering. We proudly support all dance professionals—regardless of sexuality, gender identity, race, age, or background. Read a blog from our Digital Marketing Manager, Kate about LGBTQI+ Comms in 2025: www.dancefund.org.uk/2025/06/pink...

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 23/05/2025

Are you signed up to the Dance Professionals Fund mailing list? Join now for: - grant opportunity updates - inspiring stories from those we've supported - news about our fund and those we work with ✉️ eepurl.com/dr... #DanceFund #UKDance

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 15/04/2025

New to BlueSky? We've created a Dance Community starter pack to help you get started! bsky.app/profile/did:...

A person is captured mid-dance in a sunlit, rustic studio with exposed brick walls and wooden beams. They are performing a graceful backbend, balancing on one leg while reaching one arm forward and placing the other across their chest. The dancer's form and expression convey strength and fluidity, highlighted by the natural light streaming through the large window on the right.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 10/04/2025

Today we've been at the #GoldenBucketAwards with @actingforothers.bsky.social! Here's A4O Chair Stephen Waley-Cohen at the end of the event thanking us all for coming!

A man in a smart black jacket stands on stage reading from a sheet of paper, his right arm outstretched as he presents to the gathered crowd.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 03/04/2025

Is an increase in living costs making you worry about managing your day-to-day finances? Apply now for a one-off cost of living grant. Fill out our application enquiry form by Weds 30 April: bit.ly/4hUdmbV ⭐Like & Share this post if you can and help us continue to reach those in need. #UKDance

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 27/03/2025

As #WomensHistoryMonth comes to a close, we're remembering one of our key founders, Dame Ninette de Valois OM CH DBE: Irish-born British dancer, teacher, choreographer, & the first Artistic Director of the Royal Ballet. DPF has a story dating back to 1936. Read more: ow.ly/aoSn50VpMlh

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A digital graphic features a quote in white serif font on a muted purple background. The quote reads, "Somebody must always be doing something new, or life would get very dull." Below the quote, the author's name, "Ninette de Valois," is displayed in a smaller font. A large stylized quotation mark is positioned in the top left corner.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 26/03/2025

Join STEPPS Charity as Chair of the Board of Trustees Are you passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of dancers and performing artists? If you're ready to lead STEPPS into its next exciting chapter, find out how to apply here: stepps.charity/join-the-team/

A dark yellow square with white letters reading STEPPS. Underneath reads 'mentally fit and emotionally strong'.

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 27/02/2025

Hello new followers! 👋🏽 DPF are an award-winning UK grant-making charity for individuals working in dance. ➡️You can also follow us on: BlueSky, Instagram, Linkedin & TikTok: [at]danceprofessionalsfund ✉️Join our list for updates straight to your inbox: eepurl.com/drNnoz 💜Like & Share if you can!

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 26/02/2025

Gain practical tools, insight and inspiration at this free career development workshop for professional dancers, presented by Dancers’ Career Development (DCD). BOOK: dancerscareerdevelopment.as.me/EVOLVE-LONDON When: Mon 24 March, 10.30am-1.30pm Where: Prince of Wales Theatre, London W1D 6AS

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Acting For Others @actingforothers.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 📆 Saturday 17 May 2025 🕙 10am – 2pm 📍 St Paul’s Church, Bedford Street 💷 Entry £5 🐦 Early bird tickets to be announced next month!

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 19/02/2025

Continuing Professional Development with BBO Dance: supporting dancers & teachers at every step of their career, including offering CPD courses. Find out more and register: www.bbo.dance/cpd-event-li... #BBODance

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The Stage @thestage.co.uk · 18/02/2025

Acting for Others’ West End flea market is to return for the fifth year running this May, following a record-breaking 2024 👇

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West End flea market returns for fifth year

Acting for Others’ West End flea market is to return for the fifth year running this May, following a record-breaking 2024

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 13/02/2025

❄️Dance Professionals Fund Newsletter is here! Winter 2025 - mailchi.mp/dancefund/da... Grant opportunities, Trustee news & more. #DanceFund

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 12/02/2025

✨We've launched #BestFootForward: professional development grants designed to help you navigate your dance career. For full guidelines and how to apply, visit: bit.ly/4aXXvYa We'll be in touch to discuss your ideas for upskilling by 28/02/25

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 05/02/2025

Meet our new Trustees! We're delighted to begin 2025 by announcing the four new Trustees joining DPF. Join us in welcoming: ⭐Amanda Britton ⭐Junior Cunningham ⭐Elena Dalrymple ⭐Sarah Pearce Get to know all our Trustees: www.dancefund.org.uk/about-us/tru...

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 19/12/2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we're reflecting on all those we have been able to support this year. Here's just some of the wonderful messages we've received from those we've helped www.dancefund.org.uk #DanceFund💜

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 12/12/2024

❄️Winter can be a worrying time, especially for those who are retired. If you're a retired dancer or dance teacher needing support with winter fuel payments, or know someone who does, reach out: bit.ly/41wY2NZ #WinterWarmthNetwork #WinterGrants #DanceFund

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"Winter grants for pensioners who have retired from dance or teaching dance."
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Citizens Advice @citizensadvice.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

To get this year’s Winter Fuel Payment, you need to apply for Pension Credit before 21 December. Check if you’re eligible and find out how to apply ⤵️ www.citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/hel...

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 28/11/2024

DCD's Inspiration Day at RichMix, London! ⭐A brilliant panel of Changemakers & Leaders featuring DCD's Vanessa Lefrancois, Laura Jones: Stopgap Dance, Anthony Missen Company Chameleon @kenneththarp.bsky.social Hilary Carty OBE of Clore Leadership & Niquelle LaTouche Breakin' Convention,

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Remember A Charity @rememberacharity.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

We're delighted to share that the wonderful Angela Rippon is today joining us to help spread the #legacy message! 🥰

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 27/11/2024

✨ Another brilliant charitycomms.bsky.social Digital Comms Conference today- a huge thanks to all the speakers! It's always inspiring hearing about the amazing organisations out there doing such great work. #CCDigital

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Dance Professionals Fund @dancefund.org.uk · 27/11/2024

DPF are an award-winning UK grant-making charity for individuals working in dance. ➡️Follow us: Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram, Threads & TikTok: [at]danceprofessionalsfund ✉️Join our list for updates straight to your inbox: eepurl.com/drNnoz 💜Like & Share #DanceProfessionalsFund #UKDance

A dancer stands by a large window, looking thoughtful and positive. A pink box with white text reads: 'Dance Professionals Fund are an award-winning UK grant-making charity for individuals working in dance.'

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