Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Chicago Multicultural Dance Center
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As: CMDC
Mailing Address: 47 W Polk St Ste L-4, Mailbox 105
City: CHICAGO
State: IL
Postal Code: 60605
Main Phone: 3124610030
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.cmdcschool.org
Employer ID Number: 36-3825373
Organization Tax Status: Chicago Multicultural Dance Center

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: March 17 2025
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Choreographic Voices: CMDC Artist-in-Residence
Project Description:

This project is an initiative designed to uplift and amplify the voices of BIPOC choreographers while providing mentorship and professional development to emerging dancers. Through this residency, a guest choreographer will be commissioned to create a new work that reflects the richness of multicultural dance and contributes to CMDC’s evolving repertory. It is is a dual-impact initiative, fostering both choreographic innovation and artistic mentorship. The selected artist will collaborate with 10-15 emerging dancers, guiding them through the creative process, composition techniques, and artistic expression. Students will gain firsthand experience in professional-level choreography, refining their skills and broadening their understanding of narrative movement and cultural storytelling through dance. The project will culminate in a showcase performance, where the newly developed piece will be presented to CMDC audiences, industry professionals, and the broader Chicago community. This event will serve as both a celebration of artistic excellence and an opportunity to amplify underrepresented voices in dance.

By investing in this program, CMDC continues its mission of cultivating the next generation of dancers and choreographers, ensuring greater representation and accessibility in the performing arts.

Total Project Budget: $10,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Awesome Foundation and the Illinois Arts Council as potential sources

Project Duration: 6 months – one full semester
Geographical Area Served: Chicago and its surrounding communities
Age Group To Be Served: 13-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Robin
Contact Last Name: Edwards
Contact Title: Executive Director
Contact Phone: 3128900926
Contact Email: robin.edwards@cmdcschool.org