Start a Chapter
Lead positive change in your local community by starting a Dancers Beyond Labels chapter. Whether it's 5 people or 70, each chapter is crucial to our mission.
What is a DBL Chapter?
A DBL Chapter is a branch of our non-profit, consisting of a group of people devoted to our cause. The difference between a nonprofit and a chapter is scope; a chapter's efforts are focused on a specific area. Whether it is 5 people or 70, each chapter is crucial to DBL's mission. A chapter ranges from a school club, a community group, to a group of friends.
Why Start a Chapter?
Create Positive Change
Help create a positive and more accepting dance community
Leadership Development
Take on a leadership role and manage a team
Meet New People
Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion
Build Connections
Create lasting relationships within the dance community
Skill Development
Develop your leadership, management, and organizational skills
Service Hours
Earn tons of volunteer service hours!
How to Start Your Chapter
Access the DBL Chapter Starter Guide
Review our comprehensive guide that covers everything you need to know about starting and running a successful chapter.
View Starter Guide →Register Your Chapter
Fill out our registration form. For school clubs, register/introduce your chapter at your school BEFORE filling out the DBL registration form.
Register Chapter →Interview with DBL Executive Team
Schedule and complete an interview with a member of our executive team to discuss your chapter goals and get personalized guidance.
Appoint Chapter Officers
Select and assign key leadership roles within your chapter to ensure effective organization and management.
Organize Required Forms
Complete all necessary documentation and ensure you know when your budget form needs to be submitted each year.
Plan Goals and Initiatives
Develop specific, measurable goals and plan initiatives that your chapter will carry out to support DBL's mission.
Plan Events and Fundraisers
Brainstorm and organize events and fundraising activities that align with DBL's mission and engage your local community.
Recruit Members
Actively promote your chapter and recruit passionate individuals who want to support DBL's mission.
How to Promote Your Chapter
1. Pass Out Flyers
Create eye-catching flyers and distribute them in high-traffic areas where dancers gather.
2. Social Media Promotion
Post on social media and form school groups to repost and amplify your message.
3. School Communications
Advertise in your school newspaper, magazine, video announcements, or other available forms of communication.
4. Club Fairs
If possible, participate in your school's club fair to reach interested students directly.
5. Use Relatable Platforms
Leverage popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and other social media channels that resonate with your target audience.
6. Create Incentives
Develop incentives and benefits that encourage people to join and stay engaged with your chapter.
7. Network Studios
Draw potential membership from network studios in your area and connect with local dance communities.
Ready to Start Your Chapter?
Take the first step towards creating positive change in your local dance community.