Black Student Outreach Initiative

Make a Difference
Improv and acting are more than performance skills. They build confidence, connection, and personal growth. At The Playful Stage, we believe everyone deserves a space where their voice is heard and their creativity is supported.

Respond to the Gap
Black students are currently one of the lowest represented demographics at TPS. Our Black Student Outreach Initiative is a direct response. We are committed to building stronger pathways into our classrooms and onto our stage.

Expand Access and Visibility
Your donation supports tuition scholarships, performances at Black-owned businesses, community partnerships, and outreach events that increase access and representation.

Strengthen the Whole Community
When our stage reflects the community around us, the work deepens and the stories grow stronger for everyone.

Join us in building a more representative and connected creative space. Thank you for supporting Black Student Outreach at The Playful Stage.

$20.00
Helps cover outreach materials, promotional support, and administrative costs connected to Black Student Outreach events and partnerships.

$35.00
Contributes toward a Black student’s enrollment in a drop-in workshop or supports performance rental costs at a Black owned business venue.

$100.00
Helps fund space rental for community performances at Black owned businesses or provides partial tuition assistance for a multi-week class.

$245.00
Covers the full tuition for one Black student to participate in a complete multi-week improv or acting class at The Playful Stage.

Custom Amount

Support us by covering the fees we have to pay

3% Cover the Fee

We deeply appreciate your generosity. Please note that donations to this fundraiser are not tax deductible, as The Playful Stage is not currently a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Black Student Outreach is an initiative at The Playful Stage designed to increase representation, access, and visibility for Black students and artists in our classes and performances.
Black students are currently one of the lowest represented demographics at TPS. This initiative intentionally responds to that gap.
Donations support tuition scholarships, workshop access, performances at Black owned businesses, community partnerships, and outreach events.
No. The Playful Stage is not a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so donations are not tax deductible.
Recipients will be selected through a simple application process based on interest, commitment, and financial need.
No. This initiative expands access and opportunity. It does not reduce availability for current students.
Yes. You can help by sharing this campaign, partnering with us, or hosting performance opportunities.
Yes. We will share updates about outreach efforts, partnerships, and the impact of this initiative.