Support

Be a part of our history. Your contribution makes a direct difference for this growing festival, and in turn, for the careers of dance artists whose dedication inspires us all!
 
As FFDN returns in-person to theatres, and continues digital programs, your support is vital to our success. Our audiences often ask, “How do you do all this for $15 a ticket?” and the answer is that we don’t: it’s people like you, who believe in the power of dance, that make Fall for Dance North possible.
 
We are tremendously thankful for your belief in our mission over the pandemic.  You are a part of FFDN’s history and a part of our future. Your continued support ensures that audiences from across Toronto and beyond can gather to be inspired, moved and heartened by the magic of dance.

Fall for Dance North is a not-for-profit organization and registered charity.
Registered Charitable Number 84270 1179 RR0001

There are many ways to donate to FFDN.

Financial Support

Gifts by Credit Card

DONATE

Donations by e-Transfer
FFDN is pleased to accept donations by e-Transfer (Canadian banks only). Please send e-transfers to: accounting@ffdnorth.com. No password is required. Charitable receipts will be issued in a timely manner by FFDN to the email used by the donor.

Donations by Cheque
FFDN gratefully accepts donations made by cheque. Please make cheques payable to “Fall for Dance North Festival Inc.” and mail your donation to:

Fall for Dance North Festival Inc.
4936 Yonge Street, Suite 230
Toronto, ON M2N 6S3

Matching Gifts
Many corporations match employee charitable donations and increase the impact of your gift.  Please consider directing matching funds, if available, to FFDN.  For questions, contact Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner at melissa@ffdnorth.com or 416-907-4334.

In-Kind Support

Gifts of Securities
Gifts of securities may be made online through Canada Helps:

DONATE SECURITIES

Gifts of securities may also be made by transfer from your broker. For more information, please contact Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner at melissa@ffdnorth.com or 416-907-4334.

Aeroplan Miles

Donations of Aeroplan miles help us reduce the expense of bringing Canadian and international artists to the Festival. Donating Aeroplan Miles is easy and makes a tremendous difference to our travel budget. Aeroplan will top up all Aeroplan Miles donated to FFDN by 10%!

DONATE AEROPLAN MILES

Volunteer

As a not-for-profit charitable organization, Fall for Dance North depends on the enthusiastic support of volunteers to help make our festival happen! Click here to learn more about our upcoming volunteer opportunities.

FFDN nurtures the future of professional dance.  Private donations are vital to our work, have seen us through the darkest times, and are lighting the way to the future. The impact of our Patrons’ Circle cannot be overstated. Your generosity confirms that dance is important - that the beauty of movement universally speaks to our humanity and a vision for a better world.

Membership begins at the Inner Circle level with an annual donation of $1,000. Artists’ Circle Members and above may choose to be recognized as supporting a particular artist or company on the festival program.
 
Patrons’ Circle membership deepens your connection with artists. Through FFDN’s Special Events Series, members have the opportunity to go behind the scenes, catch exclusive previews, and socialize with artists and creative leaders in the artform. With cautious optimism, we are planning a return to in-person events in 2022; however, gatherings may be virtual in order to comply with health and safety regulations.

BECOME A MEMBER

Fall for Dance North 2022 Patrons' Circle Benefits

*Program, Artist, Company or Musician to be chosen in cosultation with the Artistic Director. Print deadlines may apply in some cases.

We would like to give a special thank you to our Patrons' Circle Committee who volunteer throughout the year to make FFDN possible:

Karen Sparks, Chair
Cheryl Ferguson
Lorne Fox 
Mary Gore
Calvin Lei
Joan Lozinski
Heather Ogden
Sonia Rodriguez

Interested in becoming a Patrons’ Circle Committee Member?

We are seeking volunteers who are passionate about dance, love supporting the arts, and are eager to make new connections for Fall For Dance North! If this sounds like an exciting opportunity to you, please reach out to Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner at melissa@ffdnorth.com for more information.

A New Patrons Experience for Young Professionals

FFDN Unparalleled is a new young professionals subscription series for the dance lover, the dance curious, and anyone - ages 19 - 40 - who enjoys the Toronto arts scene.

FFDN Unparalleled subscribers will explore a curation of cutting-edge contemporary dance performances selected by FFDN Artistic Director Ilter Ibrahimof, go behind the scenes with dance artists, enjoy additional pop-up events - and charitably support FFDN at the same time.

FFDN Unparalleled 2023 Schedule:

• March 8: Ballet Edmonton’s E-MOTION Tour, presented by Danceworks and supported by FFDN @ Fleck Dance Theatre
• May 17: The Sacrifice by Dada Masilo, presented by Harbourfront Torque Series @ Fleck Dance Theatre
• June 14: X (DIX) by Côte Danse presented by Crow’s Theatre @ Streetcar Crowsnest
• October 4: Fall for Dance North 9th Anniversary Festival**

**premium seats for additional FFDN mainstage performances will be offered for $15/ticket plus HST and service charges.

Subscriber Perks:

Discounts! FFDN has secured ticket discounts on premium seats for you.  

Drinks! As part of the Unparalleled experience, you are invited to attend pre- or post-performance drinks with dance artists on the program, on-site or in a nearby location. Additional fees may apply.

Connections! You will connect with other young leaders for conversation, community, and learning about the ecosystem of Toronto dance and beyond. There will also be opportunities to mingle with FFDN executive volunteers and board members.

Pop-Ups! FFDN loves a pop-up event and you may be invited to studio visits, an FFDN Patrons’ Circle event, an exclusive festival experience and/or festival lounge, as opportunities develop.

Doing Good! Your donation supports FFDN, the professional international dance festival that makes the art form affordable and accessible. A charitable receipt for the maximum allowable amount will be issued.

How to Join

To join FFDN Unparalleled or for further information, please contact FFDN Unparalleled Co-Chairs: Anthony Chung, anthony@ffdnorth.com, Kulin Matchhar, kulin.matchhar@gmail.com, or FFDN Director of Advancement and Philanthropy, Melissa Forstner, melissa@ffdnorth.com.

Subscription Price

Total Subscription Price: $425
Includes:

• 1 premium seat to each of the 4 shows above
• 1 drink ticket for each of the 4 pre- or post-performance events
• $300 annual charitable donation to FFDN*
• Option to purchase a “Bring a Guest” subscription for an additional $125
  • *Option to donate monthly

Unparalleled Co-Chairs: Anthony Chung and Kulin Matchhar

Kulin Matchhar, Anthony Chung, FFDN Board Member Joan Lozinski and guests at an FFDN 2022 Patrons’ Circle event.

Toronto offers so many great dance experiences year-round. I look forward to going on a curated journey of discovery with you - deepening our understanding of the work, meeting prominent Canadian and international artists along the way, and celebrating our newfound camaraderie at FFDN 2023!

- Ilter Ibrahimof
Artistic Director, FFDN

Want to learn more about FFDN?

Read about FFDN's Mission & Values
Read about Our Story

Photo credits:
Hero Image: Jera Wolfe's Arise, performed by students of Canada's National Ballet School, as part of FFDN festival 2022. Photo by Bruce Zinger. | X (DIX) by Guillaume Côté, performed by Côté Danse company members as part of FFDN festival 2021. Photo by Sasha Onyshchenko. | Milana Glumicic, Raoul Wilke and Esie Mensah at 8-Count film series premiere at Betty Oliphant Theatre during FFDN festival 2022. Photo by Marlowe Porter. | FFDN Artistic Director Ilter Ibrahimof. Photo by Darlene Huynh.

Fall for Dance North is tremendously grateful to each and every friend and supporter whose thoughtful donation keeps our ticket prices affordable and our performances accessible. Thank you for your support!

Patrons’ Circle

We would like to specially acknowledge the members of our 2022 Patrons’ Circle, for their remarkable generosity.

Friends

Thank you to all of our friends who added a donation with their ticket purchase or donated via Canada Helps throughout the year.

Friends ($999 and under)

*FFDN would like to recognize each donor in the way they prefer.  If you would like to make any edits to your listing, please contact melissa@ffdnorth.com.

Chances are that FFDN reaches your demographic in Toronto’s downtown core and beyond.  We fill theatres, including Toronto’s largest - the iconic Meridian Hall - with audiences of every age through our affordable ticket pricing.  World-class programming brings in the dance aficionado and the dance curious.  Diversity and accessibility are at the heart of our festival, welcoming audiences and artists that reflect the multiculturalism of our city.  And with hybrid presentation, we impact audiences  in-person and digitally - across the country and around the world.

Please contact us to learn more about how FFDN can craft unique marketing opportunities for your business, deliver on your corporation’s philanthropic objectives, and move your audience  - because it is also ours.

Opportunities are virtually unlimited and can include:

• Activations across our theatres and non-traditional venues
• Video collaborations
• Marketing partnerships and cross-promotions
• TTC and GO visibility
• Podcast promotions
• Dynamic social media content and giveaways
• Exclusive hosting opportunities and behind the scenes experiences 

Please contact Director of Advancement and Philanthropy Melissa Forstner, melissa@ffdnorth.com or Marketing & Communications Manager Sheila O'Neill, communications@ffdnorth.com for more information.