Extend a Jazz Hand
Gus Legacy Foundation provides accessible dance programs to underserved youth and young adults to increase their physical and mental health, confidence, and to gain critical skills that last a lifetime.
JAYDEN PERKINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Jayden Perkins passed away suddenly on March 13. He was on a full dance scholarship from the Gus Legacy Foundation since 2021.
Jayden was a talented dancer, a straight-A student at Helen C. Peirce Elementary School and an active member of the theater club and football team. He was a friend to everyone and brought so much joy into our lives.
May 16, 2024 will mark the inaugural year of the Jayden Perkins Memorial Scholarships.
Jayden Perkins Memorial Scholarships will be awarded every year to the dancer that embodies Jayden's love for all, work ethic, positivity, joy, encouragement and talent. Jayden had amazing spirit and light.
WATCH THE MAGIC JAYDEN CREATED WITH HIS DANCING
CREATE LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCES
MISSION
Gus Legacy Foundation provides accessible dance programs to underserved youth and young adults to increase their physical and mental health, confidence, and to gain critical skills that last a lifetime.
GUS LEGACY RECIPIENTS GAIN MULTIPLE SKILLS
• Confidence • Compassion
• Creativity • Life-long Learning
• Intuitiveness • Teamwork
• Leadership • Respect
GUS LEGACY RECIPIENTS LEARN EVERY DANCE STYLE
• Ballet • Contemporary
• Jazz • Modern
• Tap • Musical Theater
• Hip Hop • Pointe & more
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KEEP THE LEGACY ALIVE!
Gus Giordano did more than train dancers and teachers, he was an ambassador within his community and throughout the world. Gus left an indelible mark on the lives of those he taught Jazz Dance.
Gus and Peg Giordano gave thousands of dollars in scholarships to many dancers in their lifetime and their daughter, Amy, has continued the tradition of giving scholarships since their passing.
DONATIONS TO GUS LEGACY FOUNDATION SUPPORT
• Children & Teen Dance Scholarships for Underserved Chicago Neighborhoods
• Dance Attire, Shoes, Meals & Transportation Costs
• College & Pre-Professional Dance Scholarships for Dancers Across The United States
• Classes in Schools throughout Chicago & Suburbs
• Outreach Dance Programs
• Performances
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS EXPLAIN WHAT THE SCHOLARSHIP MEANS TO THEM
100% OF YOUR DONATION AWARDED TO RECIPIENTS
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GUS GIORDANO JAZZ LEGACY FOUNDATION
Founded 2017
Founder | Executive Director
Amy P Giordano
The Gus Giordano Jazz Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization tax ID #82-1238387.
Your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.