Miss Laura Memorial Dance Scholarship Fund

Organized by
Samantha Bowen
Samantha Bowen
$2,339
Raised of $5,000 goal
100% tax-deductibleNo fees
100% goes to scholarship recipients
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Contributions
16BH
Beth Harman
$54
RS
Richard Stern
$150
DG
Debbie Garcia
$55
SF
Sadowski Family
$50
PA
Peter And Dawn Leadley
$100
Our story
Ms. Laura was a performer. She was a storyteller who expressed emotion, passion, and strength through every step. She turned rhythm into art and inspired others through the power of movement.
Ms. Laura was a teacher. She inspired young minds, nurtured their growth and unlocked her students’ potential. She empowered her students to believe in themselves and helped shape a better future.
Ms. Laura was a mentor. She was a trusted guide who shared her wisdom, offered support, and inspired growth. Through encouragement and experience, she helped others find their path, believe in themselves, and become the best version of themselves.
Ms. Laura was a second mom. She had a heart full of love and was a steady source of care and guidance. She may not have given her students’ life, but she gave them strength, comfort, and unconditional love.
Ms. Laura was a strong woman. She knew her worth, stood tall in the face of challenges, and led with courage, compassion, and resilience. She turned obstacles into opportunities, and never backed down from being her authentic self.
Our goal
Miss Laura had a gift for making everyone who walked through her doors feel at home. Her studio was never just a place to take a class it was a place to grow, to learn, and to find a love of dance that lasted a lifetime. She welcomed every dancer as they were and helped them become who they were meant to be.
We created the Miss Laura Memorial Dance Scholarship to keep that spirit alive. Each year, this fund helps dancers carry their passion forward supporting current students and recent graduates as they continue to dance in college and chase their dreams beyond the studio floor.
But we can only give what our community gives. Every donation, big or small, goes directly to a young dancer who is ready to take their next step. Your gift might be exactly what makes a dancer's dream possible.
Scholarships made possible by your generosity
Comments from contributors 8

Richard Stern17 days ago
$150
Laura had a beautiful soul and is greatly missed.

Sadowski Family19 days ago
$50
Thank you Miss Laura for your beautiful life, and all the love you gave your students ❤️

Persaud Family20 days ago
$100
Ms Laura was an amazing person. I will always cherish the time we got to spend with her. She instilled the love of dance in Sammy and taught her dance and beyond!!!

Mike & Shelly Servedio21 days ago
$100
So honored to donate! This warms our hearts! ❤️

Ilana & Corey Still21 days ago
$250
❤️❤️❤️❤️
