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your donation has impact

Help us empower our communities

Whacking Los Angeles is dedicated to creating accessible, affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC artists to learn, grow, and thrive. Your donation directly supports classes, scholarships, performances, artist pay and community events

WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS

Since 2022, Whacking Los Angeles has served over 100+ dancers and community members through classes, mentorship, performances, workshops, and cultural events centered on accessibility, education, and representation.

Through your support, we are able to:

  • Provide scholarship opportunities

  • Pay artists and educators fairly

  • Produce community-centered events

  • Create safe and affirming spaces

  • Support emerging LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC artists

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Donations to Whacking Los Angeles are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law if the organization is operating under a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit fiscal sponsor or has its own federal nonprofit status. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance regarding your contribution.

  • Community Programs

    Support accessible classes, workshops, and monthly mixers for dancers of all levels.

    Scholarships

    Help remove financial barriers for artists seeking training and mentorship opportunities.

    Artist Support

    Fund fair pay for performers, teachers, DJs, and production teams.

    Cultural Preservation

    Support programming that uplifts the history, lineage, and future of Whacking.

  • Absolutely! We welcome community members who want to support our mission through volunteering, partnerships, event support, outreach, and creative collaboration. Whether you’re a dancer, artist, organizer, photographer, designer, or simply passionate about community-building, there are many ways to get involved with Whacking Los Angeles.

thank you for your support.

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