Sliding-Scale Payment: Dancing Together, Sustainably 🌟
At Portland Dance Eclectic, we deeply value inclusivity, connection, and community. Dance is a shared joy, and we want everyone to feel welcome and able to join our gatherings—especially those magical times when we dance to live music.
We understand that our dancers come from diverse backgrounds with varying financial circumstances. Our aim is to remove barriers and encourage all members of our community to experience and contribute to the events we cherish.
With this vision in mind, we have adopted a sliding-scale payment model for our live-music dance events.
How the Sliding Scale Works
We provide a suggested payment range (for example, $10–$25), clearly communicated ahead of each dance. Dancers can then choose the amount within this range that best fits their individual circumstances and feelings about the value of the event.

Here's how you might approach choosing your payment:
Lower End: Choose this if your resources are more limited right now, but you still want to participate and dance with us. We warmly welcome you.
Mid-Range: Choose this if you're comfortably able to cover your participation, and this feels balanced for your current situation. Your support helps maintain our regular offerings.
Upper End: Choose this if you're able and willing to help sustain Dance Eclectic's ability to host live musicians, high-quality venues, and special events. Your generosity supports those who may not be able to contribute as much.

Your Presence Matters
No matter the amount you choose to pay, your presence and participation are valued deeply. Every dancer contributes uniquely and meaningfully to the energy and joy of our events. Each person is welcomed equally on the dance floor, regardless of the financial contribution they feel comfortable making.
A sliding-scale model makes events more accessible, welcoming dancers from all financial situations to experience the transformative power of dance. It fosters a culture of trust, openness, and mutual respect within our community. Your thoughtful contribution, based on your own resources and appreciation, helps Portland Dance Eclectic sustainably host talented live musicians, secure welcoming venues, and create vibrant, meaningful gatherings that inspire authentic connection and joy for all.

We thank you deeply for supporting this vision and for being an essential part of the Dance Eclectic community.