Dance United

Hosted by Lesley Silvester

On Tuesday, June 22, 2010 Women United in Philanthropy co-chair Lesley Silvester hosted an event
at one of NYC’s premier loft spaces. Guest spent the evening of dancing Tango, meringue, and cha-cha
while learning some new steps from the dance professionals on hand.
Desmond Richardson, Co-founder and Co-Artistic Director, Complexions Contemporary Ballet performed.
Proceeds from the event supported Supporting Transitions from Early-education to Public School (STEPS),
an exciting new education program for low-income children in NYC.

Sponsored by

Women United in Philanthropy taps into the power,
talent and passion of women leaders to transform our
communities. Our members are accomplished
women leaders who take an active role in making our city
a better place to live and work. Together, we are making a difference by advancing the work of
United Way of New York City.

Contributions are tax-deductible less $80, the fair-market value of the ticket.

Proceeds from DANCE UNITED will benefit United Way of
New York City’s Supporting Transitions from
Early-education to Public School (STEPS). STEPS seeks to ensure that a child’s learning and developmental needs are continuously met during the first eight years of life, especially during the critical transition from pre-school to elementary school. STEPS helps educators, administrators and families in underserved neighborhoods better support children’s social, emotional and intellectual growth through developmentally appropriate practices that foster lifelong learning.