Madison Dance Collective
MDC CaresFoundation
A community-based nonprofit dance education program supporting recreational and competitive training, youth development, and increased access to the arts, while cultivating discipline, confidence, teamwork, and leadership in all dancers.
150 Chestnut Drive, Madison, AL 35758
Call: 256.542.3002
Our Mission
MDC Cares Foundation expands access to dance and the arts for every young person — through scholarships, mentorship, and community programs that nurture discipline, teamwork, leadership, and joy. We believe every child deserves a stage, regardless of income or background.
Our Vision
To be recognized by the communities we serve — dancers, families, donors, and educators — as a leading force for promoting arts education and a champion of youth potential.
About MDC Cares
A foundation built on movement, mentorship, and access.
MDC Cares Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to fostering young talent and enriching our community through dance. Since our founding, we have welcomed dancers ages 2 to 18 into a culture of excellence, expression, and belonging.
Through scholarships, outreach residencies, and community performances, MDC Cares makes high-quality dance training and creative experiences accessible to youth across our region — regardless of background or means.
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What We Do
Four pillars of impact
Every donation fuels these areas of work, ensuring more young dancers find their place on stage.
Access to the Arts
Breaking down barriers so underserved youth can participate in high-quality dance education — regardless of income, neighborhood, or background.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Need-based tuition awards and financial assistance that ensure no dancer is turned away because of cost.
Community Performances
School residencies, free public workshops, and outreach events that bring the arts into the heart of the communities we serve.
Skill Development
Training programs built to develop discipline, teamwork, and leadership alongside technical excellence in dance.
Our Goals
Building something lasting — starting now.
500+
Dancers we aim to support by 2028
25
Scholarships to award in year one
15
New partners in our first year
$150K
donations and grants Goal by 2028
"MDC didn't just provide my daughter an opportunity to dance — they gave her a family, a stage, and a future she never imagined was possible."
William, MDC Parent 2025
Join The Movement
Your support keeps young dancers on stage.
Every gift — large or small — funds scholarships, costumes, showcases, and the spaces where young artists grow.
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