SUPPORT US
What's next? Gemma's London Marathon Challenge!
We're thrilled to share that, thanks to the generosity of our supporters and match frunds from Beaux Arts, our Big Give Christmas Challenge raised an incredible £5,016. This will enable us to deliver over 20 weekly Dancing for Joy sessions - sustaining our Dancing with Parkinson's programme for more than six months. Your support genuinely changes lives. Every pound helps us bring movement, joy and connection to communities across Essex.
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Now that the Big Give has wrapped, it's Gemma's turn! In April, she'll be taking on the London Marathon to raise vital funds for Dance Network Association - and we'd love you to join her on this journey.
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Whether you:
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Sponsor her challenge
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Share her fundraising page
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Host a small event at home or work,
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Or simply cheer her on from the sidelines
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Every bit of support helps us continue delivering the programmes our communities rely on.
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Support Gemma's Marathon fundraiser here:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/gemma-wright-dna
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Other ways you can support DNA:
BENEFACT GROUP NOMINATIONS
Every month the Benefact Group has a nomination process to support charities across the UK. You can help by anointing us to win a cash prize.​
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Simply head over to www.movementforgood.com nominate Dance Network Association Charity Number: 1202883 and putting us down as an arts and heritage charity and fill in a few of your details. It only takes a minute!
Then, please share the link with your family and friends — the more nominations we receive, the greater our chance of winning.
At DNA, we’re passionate about promoting the health benefits of dance for everyone, especially those who are socially or geographically disadvantaged. This mission perfectly aligns with the spirit of Benefact Group’s charitable giving.
Thank you for supporting our work and helping us reach more people through the power of dance!
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EASY FUNDRAISING
​TURN YOUR SHOPPING INTO EVERYDAY MAGIC FOR DNA
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How does it work? It's simple!
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easyfundraising partners with over 8,000 brands — including M&S, Argos, Tesco, John Lewis & Partners, eBay, Sainsbury's, TUI, Etsy, and more. Every time you shop with them via the easyfundraising website or app, a percentage of what you spend is donated to a cause of your choice — that's us at Dance Network Association (DNA)! And it won’t cost you a penny extra — the brands cover the donation.
Here’s how:
When you start your shopping trip from the easyfundraising platform, the brand can see you came via them. If you make a purchase, a small commission is generated, and that commission is turned into a free donation for DNA like magic!
Getting started is easy:
✅ Sign up on the easyfundraising website or app - CLICK HERE
✅ Choose Dance Network Association as your cause (charity number 1202883)
✅ Shop as normal and raise free donations for DNA
Every little helps, and your everyday shopping can make an extraordinary difference.
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ESSEX LOTTERY
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The Essex Lottery is a fun and easy way to support Dance Network Association (DNA) and you could win prizes of up to £25,000 for just £1 per week!
Joining is quick, easy, and completely FREE.
Plus, 50% of all ticket sales made through our page come directly to DNA, helping us continue our vital work through dance.
Every ticket has a 1 in 50 chance of winning a prize every week and you’re more likely to win the jackpot than with the National Lottery or the Health Lottery!
Play, support, and win, it’s a win-win for everyone!
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JUST GIVING - DIRECT SUPPORT
At DNA, we are committed to enriching lives and creating supportive, joyful communities through the power of dance, movement, and connection. Every class we offer is more than a session; it's a lifeline of laughter, memory, and friendship that deeply impacts participants and their families.
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With your help, we can keep these programmes thriving, from supporting people with lived conditions such as Dementia and Parkinson’s to providing caregivers with a compassionate space to connect and rejuvenate to inspiring, motivating, and providing access to the arts for your people.
Our classes go beyond what we call just a 'Dance Class'.
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They’re moments of joy, movement, memory and connection, all made possible by your generosity.
Would you consider donating today to keep the rhythm dancing?
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Every gift, whether large or small, brings us closer to sustaining our programmes, supporting more people and reaching more communities.
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Your contribution will help us:
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Continue essential programmes for those living with physical and cognitive challenges.
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Train and equip our dedicated artists to provide the best care and joy possible.
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Expand our reach to bring these life-changing classes to new areas.
Thank you for being a vital part of our community and believing in the power of dance to transform people's lives. Together, we can make each step and smile count.