Chicago Dance Health Fund provides financial relief for preventative health care and critical medical needs for Chicago dance industry professionals.
We envision a healthy and thriving Chicago dance community.
Photography by Todd Rosenberg
AWARDED OVER
$75,000
IN 2025!
LOOKING FOR ASSISTANCE?
Explore our range of programs designed to assist dance professionals in times of need.
Whether you're facing a critical health issue or seeking to maintain your well-being, our grants are tailored to help you stay on your feet. Discover how we can support your journey to health and resilience.
Voices of Our Community
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!["An enormous ’Thank You’ to Chicago Dance Health Fund for their financial assistance. No question this has been an exhausting year for artists..." Robert]()
"An enormous ’Thank You’ to Chicago Dance Health Fund for their financial assistance. No question this has been an exhausting year for artists..."
Robert Garrett
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![A quote from grant recipient Ethan Kirschbaum"Chicago Dance Health Fund came to my aid at an extremely vulnerable time personally. I had just founded Chicago Movement Collective..." Ethan Kirschbaum]()
"Chicago Dance Health Fund came to my aid at an extremely vulnerable time personally. I had just founded Chicago Movement Collective..."
Ethan Kirschbaum
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![a quote from grant recipient Cesar G. Salinas "I am incredibly honored to receive such a gift at this trying and uncertain time. Chicago Dance Health Fund was more than supportive..."]()
"I am incredibly honored to receive such a gift at this trying and uncertain time. Chicago Dance Health Fund was more than supportive..."
Cesar G. Salinas
Dance for Life
Photography by Todd Rosenberg
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Dance for Life is a one-of-a-kind annual performance and benefit event that has showcased more than 50 Chicago-based dance companies, as well as numerous choreographers, artists, and designers for the past 35 years.
The celebratory performance funds grantmaking through the Chicago Dance Health Fund. The companies who participate graciously donate their time, energy, and artistry.
Our Collaborators
Health & Wellness Partners
Chicago Dance Health Fund Sponsors
Service Partners
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