Endowment | Encore DCS

We are proud to announce the Foundation of the
Encore Artist Endowment

The EAE Mission:

The Encore Artist Endowment mission is to provide financial assistance to aspiring dancers who demonstrate exceptional talent, determination, and a deep passion for pursuing a career in the arts. The foundation is dedicated to supporting individuals with the potential to thrive in the field of dance.

2026 E.A.E. Scholarship Winners:

$18,000 - Mia Caudell (Expressions Dance Studio)
$5,000 - Jolie Bermas (South Carolina Dance Company)
$2,500 - Kelan Halloran (South Beach Dance)
$2,500 - Dallan Podruchny (Dynamic Movements)
$2,500 - Zoe Gargagliano (Dance Productions - The Remix)

2026 E.A.E. $18,000 Scholarship Winner:
Mia Caudell

Hi Everyone! My name is Mia Caudell and I am the Encore Artist Endowment Scholarship 2026 recipient. I am a graduate from East Lincoln high school and now alumni from Expressions Dance Studio! I plan to attend University of North Carolina at Charlotte in the fall to study Business Management with a minor in dance and I am also a member of the dance team! After college I plan to audition for the NFL Top Cats and open a dance studio! I am so blessed and honored to receive this scholarship; It was quite literally an answered prayer and all God's timing. Thank you so much Encore for investing back into your dancers and creating opportunities like these!

E.A.E Scholarship Opportunity:

The Encore Artist Endowment Scholarship is a $10,000+ award given to a high school senior pursuing a career in dance. This Scholarship will be made payable directly to the institution.

TO QUALIFY: Applicants must be a graduating senior pursuing a career in dance through college or training and attend our Grand Finals in 2027, and submissions are due by June 1, 2027.
Application Form Available Starting May 1, 2027

TO APPLY:
1. Fill out FORM by clicking HERE to see form.
2. Please submit TWO letters of recommendation and a short video explaining why you deserve the scholarship. These videos and recommendation letters may be emailed to: (Starting May 1) Allynn Simons at: EncoreEAE@gmail.com
Note: (per the form link): You need to submit the Short Video through Dropbox or We Transfer or other ability to send large-size files. Make sure the "TO" is sent to: encoreEAE@gmail.com

The Top Finalists will be invited to an in-person interview at Encore's Grand Finals, where the final recipient will be selected. This Scholarship is designed to support and recognize outstanding young dancers as they transition into their professional Careers.

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Corporate Sponsorships:

We invite your organization to partner with E.A.E. Together we can witness the development of the scholarship recipients as they evolve form high school graduates to professionals in training.

For Donations, Mail Checks Payable to:

Encore Artist Endowment
203 W Butler Street
Lexington, SC 29072

For questions: Do not hesitate to contact Allynn Simons Directly: encoreartistendowment@gmail.com