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Describe the community Under the surface, dance music culture is much more than just a DJ playing songs at a party. It's a benefits of this event culture built on acceptance and love, originally stemming from urban minority/LGBTQ+ disadvantaged communities. Dance music gatherings —that are steeped in dance music culture's values ---offer a safe space for those to creatively express themselves and are therapeutic for life's hardships and struggles. Dance Music Initiative's goal is to share deeper, community driven experiences, beyond a Friday night out after work. We do that by offering free, hands-on music education. Our mission is to highlight the benefits of this art form beyond a commercial, transactional experience. 'file core of dance music culture can be traced back to folk and tribal dance circles; customs that are very human and innate to our society. Dancing brings corrmunitles together and strengthens ties between different cultures and backgrounds. Music and dance are universal. They transcend language barriers. DJing and dance music culture are the modern Iteration of these ancient traditions. We toach DJing because it is a very accessible way to be creative with music and it generates many positive effects. Here are a few reasons why DJing is particularly appealing to explore: It's a form of music; that people can do independently (versus playing in a band) It can be inexpensive to get started (there are many free smartphone apps that go over the basics) The first few attempts can sound amazing from the get -go because its built from already completed songs, creating a positive and encouraging feedback loop * It's a very practical art form that has low -barrier income/entrepreneurial potential "DJing amplifies the art of other musicians * Unlike most forms of music, the live performance is spontaneous and interactive as the DJ adjusts to the reception of the dance floor * Dancing is a positive social experience and a fun form of exercise Our weekly lessons, the same we intend to host as part of this sponsorship, have always been free, all ages, interactive, and accessible to all. We provide ALL equipment, so students simply show up. Our students commute from all over Southern California to attend our classes (LA, San Diego, Inland Empire, Long Beach, and many locals). We recently even had a blind student take our classes. Our fundamentals focused curriculum was designed to raise the bar for those that play out and attend local events. We aim to create an environment where everyone can witness the spiritual, physical, and mental benefits of dance music culture. Our organization is successful once our students become active members of the community and help proliferate the knowledge and art. The Pinta Press, a local Santa Ana business, has been graciously hosting our classes for 2 years now. We are proud that our classes and events have helped bolster that business as well as contributed to the local economy. In addition to the weekly classes, this sponsorship will also help us host 7 additional community events in Santa Ana. This includes (3) Student Showcases, usually held on Santa Ana Artwalk nights, where our students get to perform what they've learned in class. We've been hosting these at The Pirm Press for over two years now, This also includes (2) educational Panel Discussions (also hosted at The Pizza Press), where we invite subject matter experts from our community to discuss and share their tips and methods for a particular DJing topic In front of a live and streamed audience. Lastly, we plan to host (2) Student Join Gatherings where current and past students come together to network and spin records in a round-robin formal. These events serve as a casual, impromptu, interactive way to practice track selection and mixing skills without the pressure of being onstage. This format allows for traro DJs to be actively involved versus a Student Showcase. These are hosted at a residence within walking distance from where our classes are held. Select nadia of our programs in action - DJ Classes: * https://www.instagram.conyreeVCuBN99IRud7V * https://www.instagram.cofrV[)ICuO-XpDsOOii/ Student Showcases: * https://www.ins4igram.coirVreeVCXFgQT7BjOil * https://www.instagram.coiTVp/Cb3zPUZr7EK/ Student Jam Gatherings: * https://www.instagram.con-VreeVColcyNjJh8Q/ * https://www.instagram.con✓p/OtnfYys[vWyj/ Amount Requested 14994,0 Proposed Use of Funds Easy to read spreadsheet viewable here: htlps://does.google.coiyVsproadsheots/d/l TAaireGtiwTi7YNNXMG!S_7LJAXgla3kW wNlBxBiPkW yoA /( usp=sharing