Monthly NewsletterSeptember  2020
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Announcements 

NASSPDA sanctioned competitions Scholarships available for 2021

NASSPDA's Board has approved the availability of SIX scholarships that are applicable to all 2021 sanctioned competitions. 
Each one is in the amount of $400 plus a one-year NASSPDA Individual Membership.



Ambassador Program

In need of broader visibility, better promotion in the DanceSport world and advocating for same-sex competitive dancing, NASSPDA is looking to engage Ambassadors.
   As many North American DanceSport organizations have changed their definition of a dance couple, we are witnessing interest and participation of newly formed same-sex, reverse role, and gender-neutral couples at their events. Many of those couples haven't been introduced or exposed to NASSPDA as an organization; hence, they also do not know the benefits of being a member of NASSPDA.

Description and details available on the website. Application FORM  is available HERE

Sharon and Amy

NASSPDA Membership Directory

Have you checked out the NASSPDA Membership Directory?  This is a resource to allow NASSPDA members to connect with others in the community.  Please contact Horace Luong (hluong@nasspda.org) if you'd like to be added to the directory (this is available to NASSPDA members only).


Donation

Consider donating to NASSPDA!  
Donations made to NASSPDA will be used to help the organization advance its mission of promoting same-sex partner dancing.  Donations to NASSPDA may be tax deductible however, the extent is dependent on your country's tax laws.
Now NASSPDA's website has a button to donate right there:


Thank you for your generosity!





Competition Calendar
Competition Committee


All NASSPDA competitions for the rest of 2020 has been canceled. Stay safe and healthy!


Upcoming NASSPDA sanctioned competitions in 2021

Floorplay LA 
Los Angeles, CA, February 27, 2021

April Follies 
Oakland, CA, April 24, 2021

New England Open
Boston - Needham, MA September 2021






Membership Information
Membership Committee



Join NASSPDA TODAY!  Please complete the membership form and make your membership payment directly through our website (www.nasspda.org ).

If you have problems, or want to help us improve the website (parts are still under construction), please write to Horace Luong, our website administrator, at hluong@nasspda.org.




Outreach and Media
Promotions Committee


ACTIVITY GRANT FUNDING PROGRAM

NASSPDA would like to encourage its members and our community at large to engage in various fun activities that promote same-sex dancing. We recognize that many of our members may have a creative idea and NASSPDA would like to contribute in a small financial way.
Up to 4 grants of $250 each will be awarded per calendar year on a first-come first-served basis to applicants who can demonstrate that the proposed activity will advance NASSPDA's mission of promoting and expanding social and competitive same-sex partner dancing. 

The proposed event should also be in alignment with NASSPDA's following goals:
* Support functions and venues for social same-sex partner dancing.
* Provide a resource for same-sex partner dancers.
* Aim to raise the level of same-sex partner dancing
* Encourage the inclusion of dancers from diverse backgrounds with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, age, [dis]ability, gender identity and/or expression.
 
Some ideas for events and organizers to receive grant support:
  • Same-sex dance classes
  • A social dance mixer with actively inviting and encouraging same-sex dancing or "alternative lead and follow"
  • An excursion to a local competition, introducing dancers to the concept
  • A welcome party before one of NASSPDA's sanctioned competition
  • Setting up a booth at a local street fair promoting same-sex dancing
  • A neighborhood or community event promoting partner dancing and the inclusion of same-sex dancing
  • Involving studios to promote same-sex dancing
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  • An event in conjunction with a city's Pride activities
These are just a few suggestions. To apply for financial support from NASSPDA's  $250 Grant Program, please visit our website at www.NASSPDA.org, click on the 'Scholarships and Grants' bar and then 'Grants" to read more for more information. You can also email us at promotions@NASSPDA.org with any questions.