About Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey
A diverse community united by dance to inspire and change lives, KCFAA is unique among arts organizations because of its multi-part mission.
-As a presenter, KCFAA solely presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Ailey II in annual performances in Kansas City theaters.
-As the only official second home of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, KCFAA supports the work, vision and future sustainability of Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. through secured annual residencies, new work commissions, donor relations, youth programs development, collaborative fundraising, audition recruitment, and general efforts to advance the legacy of Alvin Ailey and support the leadership of AAADT Artistic Director Judith Jamison.
-KCFAA develops and delivers youth programming that uses the art of dance as a vehicle to improve knowledge, increase self-esteem, enhance critical thinking skills, and encourage positive role models and smart life choices. KCFAA reaches over 35,000 young people each year through ten year-round programs.
-KCFAA encourages diversity of people and ideas through its organizational structure, uniting people across racial, ethnic and social barriers to promote awareness, respect, friendship, and ultimately, community-wide social change.