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Everyone Deserves to Smile Give the Gift of Dance

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Everyone Deserves to Smile Give the Gift of Dance

Become a Hero and join a great cause that helps those who keep our American dream alive

Your first response can be the key to improving the lives of many first responders

Help our youth develop social skills that will last a lifetime

welcome to
ageless world of dance
for youth, veterans & first responders

Everyone Deserves to Smile Give the Gift of Dance

Become a Hero for our Youth, Veterans and First Responders

When you become a sponsor and/or donor, you are transforming lives by helping them develop social networking skills and promoting mental health.
Imagine a world where individuals who have faced the harshest trials and tribulations of life, can find support, and heal through the graceful art of partner dancing. Our organization has made this vision a reality by bringing together veterans, first responders, and college students in a unique and transformative way.
Become part of a growing movement that is helping our veterans integrate in civil life, empowering our youth and promoting the mental health of our veterans and first responders alike. We invite you to join us in our mission to make the world a happier, healthier, and more connected place.
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Sandi Finci Solomon
  —  Founder of awod
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Become a True Hero and help make a lasting difference in the lives of those who sacrifice daily for us to continue living the American dream.

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Reserved Veteran Table

Showing our appreciation by supporting veterans and their families.
Sponsorship Includes:

Entry Fee

Group Class & Social Dance Party

VIP Reserved Table and Seating for 8

Logo / Name on Table Centerpiece

Social Media Recognition Through Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

Sponsor Logo on Website

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Reserved First Responder Table

Support our first responders and thank them for their courageous service.
Sponsorship Includes:

Entry Fee

Group Class & Social Dance Party

VIP Reserved Table and Seating for 8

Logo / Name on Table Centerpiece

Social Media Recognition Through Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

Sponsor Logo on Website

  • Sponsors Name on Table
  • Admission for 8 veterans once a week for a month
  • Reserved & decorated table for 8
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Reserved College Table

Support our youth with adequate resources, guidance, and opportunities to achieve their full potential.

Sponsorship Includes:

Entry Fee

Group Class & Social Dance Party

VIP Reserved Table and Seating for 8

Logo / Name on Table Centerpiece

Social Media Recognition Through Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn

Sponsor Logo on Website

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About us

We believe in the power of giving back and are fully committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those who need it most

Our Vision

Unite generations in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Enriching the lives of our youth and helping prevent Veteran and first responder suicide by providing community through partner dancing.

Our Mission

Promoting mental health and social networking skills through the art and culture of partner dancing. Because everyone deserves to be confident and have fun.

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Our Founder

Sandi Finci Solomon

Sandi was born and raised in Washington, D. C. to dancing parents. As a toddler she stood on her father’s dancing shoes as he twirled her around the room. By the time she was twelve years old she performed dance routines with her dad at Walter Reed Army Hospital for veterans.

She moved to South Florida in 1980 and worked as the Dance Coordinator for “To Sea with Z” where she positioned dance hosts and dance instructors on cruise ships that sailed all over the world. Sandi has danced her way through life!

How befitting as Sandi is approaching her 85th birthday, that she has come full circle, back to the veterans and the happy childhood she remembers by creating the organization known as The Ageless World of Dance for YOUTH and VETERANS. When she is not tripping the light fantastic with her sweetheart Tony Luis she is dancing with Lon Wilkerson, our Executive Director. When Sandi first danced with Lon, she asked him how old he was, and Sandi responded, “you’re dancing with your grandmother”. She said, “The Ageless World of Dance!” And that is how it started.

The Goldcoast Ballroom has been her favorite place in the world for the past 26 years. When the Covid pandemic hit the ballroom hard, Sandi asked her financial advisor Allan Weiss what she could do to help keep the ballroom alive and they came up with a plan.  When she met Lon Wilkinson, a dance instructor new to the area, they discussed ways to bring more business into the Goldcoast. Sandi has been working with youth for many years. Lon has been working with veterans and teaching them to dance. They combined their two passions and started the Ageless World of Dance for Youth and Veterans...

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Our Board

"Empowering Our Community Through Experienced Leadership"

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volunterrs

Instructors with extensive experience in the art of dance

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Our Partners

"Creating a more vibrant and prosperous community together"

Goldcoast Ballroom
Goldcoast Ballroom in Coconut Creek, Florida is the premier dance studio in South Florida. We offer a variety of dance classes and instruction for all levels, from beginning to advanced. Our goal is to make learning to dance a fun, social and educational experience. We offer a wide range of parties and classes from Salsa, Bachata, Ballroom, Latin and much more. Come join us today and let’s dance!
UV Latin Dance Academy
UV Latin Dance Academy offers the best in Latin Dance instruction from World Champion dancers, Uriel Garcia and Vera Rowe. We are a “one stop shop” for dance, as our membership offers all types of classes including Salsa, Bachata, Cha-Cha-Cha, Hustle, Rueda Casino, Afro-Cuban and more.

Irreverent Warriors
The mission of Irreverent Warriors is to bring veterans together using humor and camaraderie to improve mental health and prevent veteran suicide.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Big Brothers Big Sisters helps children realize their potential and build their futures.  We nurture children and strengthen communities.  And we couldn’t do any of it without you.
Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce is the largest and oldest business organization in Broward County.
The Barracks Legend Foundation
www.barrackslegendfoundation.com
Our vision is to create a nationwide network of electrifying fundraising events, providing non-profit organizations with the resources and capabilities to reach and support a larger number of veterans.
Through our diverse range of events, we will foster an inclusive and compassionate community that prioritizes understanding and connection. By channeling our efforts towards taking concrete action, we aim to significantly reduce the prevalence of veteran suicide and create a lasting positive impact on the lives of those who have served our nation.
Plexus Technology Services LLC
www.plexustech.services
Plexus Technology Services LLC is an Information Technology (IT) business established in 2018 by US Coast Guard Veteran Andy Hernandez. Although born in Puerto Rico, Andy grew up in South Florida in the Cooper City area. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Coast Guard where he obtained his training as a Telephone Technician and Server Administrator. The Coast Guard offered a different learning environment for IT as the military bases, he supported were often large multi-building complexes and/or had unique infrastructures.

"Be a Hero"

Empower Youth, Veterans, and First Responders to Succeed

"Be the Change"

Become a hero for our heroes and join our mission to make a difference in the lives of those who protect and serve.

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Through you contributions and support, you can make an impact that will last a lifetime.

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