In the Press

The Argonaut

Leaping into Life: Dance nonprofit Fostering Dreams helps at-risk youth develop life skills

By Jessica Koslow

“I just knew the power of dance, not only in my own life and in my peers’ lives, but I saw how these outreach programs were so helpful for at-risk youth,” she said. “They’re problem solving in class. I believe dancers are the best problem solvers. We know how to instantly figure something out. We’re always given different challenges and obstacles, just in choreography alone.”

LA Parents Magazine

Meet Melanie Buttarazzi, Founder of L.A. NonProfit Empowering Foster Youth Through Dance

By Nina Harada

From a lifelong love of dance to a mission of empowering youth, Melanie is turning movement into meaningful change.

Calabasas & Hidden Hills Living

Sharing the Joy of Dance, One Class at a Time

by Dirk Flowers and Melanie Buttarazzi

“Every child, regardless of their circumstances, deserves access to dance and the performing arts and the opporutnity to reach their full potential.” - Melanie Buttarazzi