KDA Newsletter No. 10

KDA Newsletter No. 10

NEWSLETTER — December 2023 YEAR IN REVIEW Reflecting on the events and achievements of the past year, 2023 stands out as a pivotal and transformative period for KDA. This year proved to be a testament to our resilience and commitment to our mission, marking a complete resurgence of our programs and services since the challenges faced in 2020. Undeniably, the global pandemic presented formidable obstacles to numerous nonprofits, including ours, causing a significant limitation in our offerings for nearly three years. However, with great pride, we announce that KDA has successfully overcome these…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 9

KDA Newsletter No. 9

NEWSLETTER — December 2022 YEAR IN REVIEW KDA is pleased to produce another year in review - lucky number seven! We enjoyed looking back on the year and are mindful that our reflections help us to celebrate our wins, capture our lessons, and remember what we accomplished. In hindsight, 2022 had a bumpy start. Omicron was emerging and the world continued to shutter from the impacts of the pandemic. Reflecting on lessons learnt from the previous two years, the KDA board treaded slowly into our 2022 season. Deliberating on a daily, weekly, and…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 8

KDA Newsletter No. 8

NEWSLETTER — December 2021 YEAR IN REVIEW A year-end reflection, one of our favorite times of the year.   In many ways, 2021 felt like a continuation of 2020.  For every step forward we took, we often felt that three more steps were then taken backward. In another year of uncertainties, we focused our efforts on the digital realm and found that we continued to make an impact in Kern County and beyond.   A few of our 2021 highlights include the following: - We supported dozens of Kern County creatives through employment opportunities, grants,…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 7

KDA Newsletter No. 7

NEWSLETTER — December 2020 YEAR IN REVIEW 2020 started out BIG—a new year, a new decade, and another chance to serve. While celebrating 5 years, KDA anticipated reaching the most people EVER through unique, in-person programs, and we planned on hosting our first gala at the Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater.   Instead, 2020 had other plans. We launched our 2020 season on March 1.  On March 19, we were forced to suspend our spring programs.  The pandemic was affecting everyone worldwide, and Kern County was no different. Like so many others, we were…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 6

KDA Newsletter No. 6

NEWSLETTER -- December 2019 YEAR IN REVIEWIn 2019, KDA reached over 12,000 community members through our programs and services! We launched Kern County's FIRST dance/movement therapy program for cancer patients and survivors and received a nomination for a THIRD Beautiful Bakersfield Award. We presented over 16 dance events and provided grants and scholarships to deserving dancers and organizations. KDA was awarded our FIRST California Arts Council grant, we were highlighted in 31 news and radio segments and featured on TWO magazine covers. We invite you to read our 2019 Year In Review. .…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter No. 5

KDA Newsletter No. 5

NEWSLETTER -- December 2018 YEAR IN REVIEW Over 8500 community members reached, new programs launched, scholarships provided, and a second Beautiful Bakersfield Award nomination- 2018 was full of rewarding and impactful experiences for Kern Dance Alliance.  KDA invites you to read our 2018 Year In Review – a wrap up of all our programs and partnerships all in the name of service to the arts in Kern County. KDA is busy preparing for the launch of our 2019 season! Are you interested in receiving the 2019 KDA Season Brochure- sign up HERE! Also,…continue reading →
KDA Newsletter, No. 4

KDA Newsletter, No. 4

NEWSLETTER -- December 2017 YEAR IN REVIEW KDA is closing out 2017 and we could not be more thrilled with our local impact in our second year of operation!  Over 6000 community members reached, new programs launched, scholarships provided, and a Beautiful Bakersfield Award Nomination made for a wonderful year.  KDA invites you to read our 2017 Year In Review – a wrap up of all our programs and partnerships all in the name of service to the arts in Kern County. As 2018 approaches, KDA is gearing up to announce our new…continue reading →

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NEWSLETTER — December 2023 YEAR IN REVIEW   In the spirit of dance. . . Marcie Hronis - KDA President Andrea Hansen - KDA Executive Director KDA Creative Corps KDA CREATIVE CORPS KDA was awarded $4,223,447 by the California Arts Council (CAC) to administer the California Creative Corps program throughout the Central Valley and Eastern Sierra region of the state. The California Creative Corps is a pilot program designed to promote community and civic engagement, spread awareness about water and energy conservation, climate change, emergency preparedness, relief and recovery through the arts. Fourteen organizations,…continue reading →