Fan the Flame
HELP US BUILD A VIBRANT HUB FOR PERFORMING ARTS & EDUCATION
Join us in igniting the gifts within our community by pledging your support today. Your non-binding pledge demonstrates vital backing for our sustainable expansion, helping secure grants and partnerships.
As we grow Bridgeman Academy into a thriving hub for creativity and connection, your commitment ensures long-term sustainability—fostering accessible arts education, community engagement, and growth for generations to come.
Your Pledge Enables:
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A Coffee & Community Hub: A vibrant café space designed to bring people together — fostering collaboration, creativity, and community engagement during the day, and offering a welcoming environment for families during academy hours.
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Accelerated Non-Profit Transition: To unlock tax-deductible donations, broader accessibility, and enhanced community impact through potential 501(c)(3) status, your pledge helps us expedite the process of IRS review.
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A K-12 Education Program: An innovative academic program built for ambitious students balancing academics with their artistic and extracurricular goals — combining structure, creativity, and flexibility in one inspiring environment.
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Expanded Community Programs: Free/low-cost workshops, performances, and youth outreach to make arts education accessible, inclusive, and transformative. Examples include the largest children's cast of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet in the U.S and the original ballet performance of Unlimited: The Ballet.
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Recognition Perks: From digital acknowledgments to named bricks or program sponsorships, connect personally with our mission to "Ignite the Gifts Within."
About Bridgeman Academy
Bridgeman Academy of Performing Arts in O'Fallon, Missouri is nurturing and developing young talent in the arts. Offering a range of programs such as dance, drama, and musical theatre for ages 3 to 19, Bridgeman Academy provides students with the opportunity to grow and excel in a supportive, Christian-based environment. Highly trained faculty ensure a quality education, fostering both skill and confidence. Whether you're pursuing a passion or building a foundation for a future in the arts, Bridgeman Academy of Performing Arts is the place to ignite the gifts within.