Kalanidhi Dance (kalanidhi.org) inspires appreciation for the classical Indian dance style of Kuchipudi through artistic excellence, creative performances, educational programs and collaborations. Its training program reaches more than 100 students annually, and its performance ensemble stages shows for audiences in the U.S. and around the world that push the traditional style in new directions.
Headquartered: Bethesda
Serves: Metro region
What a donation buys:
• $75 sponsors a family of four to attend a Kalanidhi Dance performance.
• $350 sponsors one Dancing Stories outreach workshop.
• $750 sponsors one full scholarship for a student in the Kalanidhi summer camp.
Volunteer opportunities:
• One day: Help with special events of Kalanidhi Dance.
• Weekly: Provide support with data entry administration.
• SSL
• Internships