Grantee Database
Museum of Dance
Grant Year
2026-27
Grant Program
General Operating Support
Award Amount
$12,000.00
Project Description
The International Museum of Dance (IMOD) requests $30,000 in general operating support during a pivotal year of growth. In 2026, IMOD opens IMOD HQ, its first ground-floor presence at 434 Post Street in Union Square. This 2,500 sf experiential space serves as a living laboratory, inviting the public, collaborators, and scholars to participate in the design of what will become a state-of-the-art museum. The HQ hosts the Digital Dance Constellation (the world’s first global interactive dance map, built with the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center), a live performance stage, podcast studio, and the IMOD Museum Store.
Funds will support staffing, programming, marketing, and community engagement across IMOD’s programs: Archives, Education, and Exhibitions, sustaining the infrastructure required as IMOD transitions into this next phase in the heart of San Francisco.
Organization Summary
Our core programs and services include:
Education Partnerships: Collaborating with local and national schools, we provide comprehensive dance education programs for students of all ages, including movement, technique, choreography, performance, and dance history. We also offer civic engagement projects and paid internships, fostering a deep connection between dance and community.
Artist Partnerships: Working closely with local and national dance artists, we offer support, resources, and space for their presentations, performances, lectures, and teaching work. By nurturing these partnerships, we contribute to the growth and visibility of dance artists.
Archive Partnerships: We collaborate with local and international dance archives, shining a spotlight on hidden dance archives and assisting in the interpretation and understanding of their significance. By showcasing these archives, we contribute to the broader appreciation and preservation of dance history.
Exhibition Planning and Preparation: Engaging with students, local artists, national and international historians, and archivists, we design and create dynamic “Pop-Up” exhibitions that explore the connections between dance and communities. These exhibitions foster a sense of community engagement and connection.
At the Museum of Dance, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and enriching environment that celebrates the art of dance and its profound impact on our lives.
Organization
Museum of Dance
Address
77 Van Ness Avenue Ste 101
San Francisco
94102
County
San Francisco
Region
Bay Area – San Francisco
Website
Congressional District
California Assembly district 17
State Assembly District
District 17
State Senate District
District 11
