Original goal of $5,000 was for light switches, electrical outlets, plumbing, slop sinks and bathroom renovation.

Additional needs we are fundraising for: 

1. Beam Replacement - $5,000 the support beam under our stage and theatre is in need of replacement and reinforcement. This is a major project that will involve jacking the first floor and installing a stronger foundation for the theatre. This is crucial to the continuation of our building and safety of our community. 
2. Bathroom remodel - $2,000 What we thought would be a repair turned into a complete replacement of the bathroom floor. Much of the plumbing also had to be replaced and we are still in need of proper light fixtures. This project has not been completed. Our bathroom is located above the control booth in our theatre which leaves much technology important to our operations vulnerable to water damage. It is therefore important to make sure we have proper and sealed flooring in the upstairs bathroom. 
3. Furnace - $3,000 We had an inspection which claimed that our furnaces were “ancient.” Soon after, our second floor furnace gave out leaving our three new artists in residence cold. We know spring is around the corner but we are located in Detroit after all; where the weather is unpredictable. Help us in obtaining a furnace for our second floor.
4. Mold and Moisture Remediation - $1,250
A recent inspection reported that our basement is “mold infested.” This must be remediated for the safety of those who will be accessing the basement to replace the beam, our community, and the materials stored down there.
5. Water Meter- $150
Our water meter is leaking and we need to replace the gate valve. As is the case with all the work we have mentioned so far, this may turn out to be more costly than we are anticipating. The location of our water shut off is currently unknown and we may need to dig it out which is no simple task.
6. Refinishing Theatre Floors - $2,100
We have old hardwood floors in the theatre that are disintegrating and splintering. Refinishing this historic floor would allow for dancers to be able to utilize our space again for classes and rehearsals.
7. 4 months of studio contributions for 8 artists - $6,500 While these times bring much uncertainty as to when we will all be able to return to our normal routines, we would like to provide our 8 artists in residence with 4 months of studio space so they can continue their practices without the insecurity of losing the means to create.

Total: $20,000 + $5,000= $25,000