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A Leap of Faith: Support Kalissa's Dancing Dream

$1,890 of $25,000 goal
Given by 20 generous donors in around 8 months

Help us support Kalissa's dance education, so she can train in Australia at an elite performing arts school in Sydney.

New Plymouth, Taranaki

Being a professional dancer has always been Kalissa's deep-seated dream. Now, after 13 years of hard work she has earnt herself the opportunity of a lifetime: acceptance into Sydney's elite performing arts school, Brent Street.

Brent Street is internationally renowned for shaping talented, enthusiastic and hardworking performing artists, with many graduates successfully claiming roles in major musicals, films, corporate entertainment and professional dance companies worldwide.

Starting Feb 2025, Kalissa will be studying an Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance in Contemporary (Elite Performance) over the span of 2 years. She will then walk away with the key to whatever dancing career path she chooses. But first, we need your help to make this happen.

We know that for many people, money matters are super tight right now. However, we would be extremely thankful for any donations given to us, regardless of the amount. When it comes to making a dream a reality, every cent counts.

(Photo Credit: Lisa Taylor Photography & Amber Griffin Photography)

Kaelyn Giddy's involvement (page creator)

Kalissa is my little sister, she's 17-years-old. Funds are being released to our mum.

Use of funds

All money donated will be put towards:

- Course fees (AUD$15,495 a year)

- Flights

- Safe accommodation

- Visa costs

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Latest update

Our Final Thank You!  4 December 2024

Our family wants to thank all of our generous donors, family and friends for their support, you have helped immensely with making Kalissa's goal achievable. We are just so thankful, have a merry end of the year!

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Latest donations

Jenni
Jenni on 02 Dec 2024
Best of luck kalissa
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Kaelyn Giddy

Thank you so much Jenni!

Kaelyn Giddy
Kristine
Kristine on 15 Nov 2024
Well done on being selected! Smashing goals just like your Mum!
$50
Kaelyn Giddy

Thank you so much Kristine!

Kaelyn Giddy
Dianne
Dianne on 02 Sep 2024
Good luck Kalissa.. Dianne
$20
Kaelyn Giddy

Thank you so much for your support Dianne!

Kaelyn Giddy
Hayley
Hayley on 01 Sep 2024
$50
Kaelyn Giddy

Thank you for your support Hayley, we really appreciate it!

Kaelyn Giddy
Selwyn
Selwyn on 21 Jul 2024
All the best for Australia and beyond
$100
Kaelyn Giddy

Thank you so much Selwyn, you rock! We appreciate your help!

Kaelyn Giddy

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This campaign started on 3 May 2024 and ended on 31 Dec 2024.