Fundraising
We fundraise to support our organization, and match donations collected by our supporters to be donated to the local organization we chose to support!
Each year, GVDT has four fundraisers. For the Fall 2025 Semester, we are supporting a nonprofit called The Refugee Education Center, which is located right here in Grand Rapids, MI. REC works with refugees from around the world who have moved to West Michigan. Providing educational services for children and families to help them become fully participating members of West Michigan communities. Founded in 2006 by a group of refugees, they have now been able to serve multiple generations of refugees and their families. In 2024, they were able to serve 872 refugees, their children, and families. Our organization is proud to work alongside REC to help families in need.
In order to raise money for REC, not only will recital profits support the organization, but our dancers will also be participating in fundraisers throughout the semester! Dancers, as well as family and friends, can help us out by buying goods from our fundraising partners! This semester, our dancers have the opportunity to work with some great local places like Bliss Allendale, Tea Time Cafe, and Freddy’s! Each dancer in GVDT is expected to participate in three of these fundraisers or opt to buy out.
Learn more at:
https://refugeeeducationcenter.org
The events for fundraisers vary by semester, but the overall goal is to support a good cause and Dance Troupe!