Dance Parade New York is an entity of Dance Parade Inc, a 501(c) Non-Profit organization whose charitable mission is to promote dance as an expressive and unifying art form, while educating the public about opportunities to experience dance. Dance Parade celebrates diversity by showcasing all types of dances around the world through sponsorship of a yearly, citywide parade and festival. Additional programs include education outreach, residencies and artistic partnerships to increase public awareness and showcase dance on multiple platforms. - See more at: http://danceparade.org/wp/#sthash.ICh5ChlE.dpuf Why we do what we do: 1) To honor dance’s historical roots 2) To unite in respecting dance’s diversity 3) To support grass-roots organizations 4) To legitimize dance as a communicative, social form of expression Dance Parade New York is a volunteer supported organization, funded by grants from individual donors, corporate sponsors and major government and private foundations. If you would like to join the parade, support us by donating or volunteering, please visit our website www.DanceParade.org or call 267-350-9213.