anthony iiams memorial foundation
SHINE LIKE TONY!
In loving memory of Anthony "Tony" Iiams, and his radiant spirit. We empower through dance & honor those with adversities.
About Anthony Iiams Memorial Foundation
Our Mission
In loving memory of Anthony “Tony” Lee Iiams, our foundation stands as a beacon of his radiant spirit. In Tony’s honor, we aim to illuminate the lives of young dancers and those facing adversity, carrying forward his legacy of boundless positivity and his profound love for dance. We are guided by a dual mission:
Scholarships
Please click the Learn More button to see a list of our scholarship recipeints. We award scholarships to studio dancers, dance teams and college-bound dancers!
About Tony
Anyone who knew Tony knew about his smile! Even as a toddler, people would comment on how happy and smiley he was. He had an inner light that would shine whenever he met someone, but especially when he was dancing. Whether he was performing, instructing, or coaching, you could sense how much he loved sharing the art of dance.
Illuminate Dance Fund
An initiative dedicated to providing temporary financial assistance for youth dance expenses during times of unexpected hardships.
Annual Casino Night Fundraiser
Our largest fundraiser of the year! Click here for images of past events.
Help Our Cause
Your tax-deductible donation will enable us to meet our goals. Thank you for your generosity and "Shining like Tony"!
Here's how our donors have made an impact to date:
* $4,750 High School Dance Team Competition Scholarships
* $2,000 High School Dance Camp Scholarships
* $4,500 for Studio Dancer Scholarships & Dance Shoes
* $3,000 to the Arthritis Foundation
* $3,000 to Children's Mercy Hospital
* $4,500 for College-bound Dancer Scholarships
* $1,715 for Kansas City Ballet Scholarship & Shoe Fund
