Cunningham Dance Foundation exists to support, sustain, and further the wide ranging creative activities of Merce Cunningham (choreographer, teacher, and artist) and of the Merce Cunningham Studio. This includes the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, the Cunningham Repertory Group, the Studio Performance Program for Young Artists, Educational Outreach, and the Merce Cunningham Archives. Use the foundation form to request more information.

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Become part of the Cunningham Dance Foundation family and help continue Merce’s Legacy. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Merce Cunningham Dance Company and Network for Good have partnered to offer you online donations. You may also send donations directly to our Foundation office. Funds will be applied to General Operating Support for the overall organization and will help ensure that Cunningham Dance Foundation has a permanent home. Learn more in Donate.

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