Join • Renew • Donate
Whether you danced on Broadway, in regional theater, on cruise ships, in ballet companies, or simply in your heart — Dancers Over 40 welcomes you! We’re a vibrant nonprofit arts organization supporting and honoring the legacy of dancers, choreographers, and performers with careers spanning decades. Our members are performers, teachers, creators, and dance lovers, age 40 and up (and allies of all ages!).
Dancers Over 40 is more than just an organization—it’s a vibrant, supportive community of performers, choreographers, educators, and creatives who’ve spent their lives in the arts. By joining DO40, you’re stepping into a circle of connection, storytelling, and celebration. Whether you’re still center stage or simply passionate about honoring the legacy of dance, there’s a place for you here.
Why Join DO40?
Membership Levels
Friends of Dancers Over 40
Not over 40? We’ve got you! FODO 40 is for dancers and supporters under 40 who want to stay connected to our programs, artists, and events. Includes all the same benefits as DO40 members, including:
Newsletters and program updates
Event discounts
Access to video archives and the DO40 community
Become a Patron
Looking to support Dancers Over 40 at a deeper level? Join our Patron Giving Circle and help us continue preserving the history and artistry of mature performers through your generosity. Your tax-deductible gift directly supports our programs, events, archiving efforts, and the soul-nurturing work we do for the dance community.
We welcome donations of any size, but those who give at the levels below will be recognized in our materials and communications as key supporters of our mission:
Producers: $10,000 – $19,999
Directors: $5,000 – $9,999
Choreographers: $3,000 – $4,999
Star Spots: $2,500 – $2,999
Dance Captains: $2,000 – $2,499
Understudies: $1,500 – $1,999
Chorus: $1,000 – $1,499
Stand-Bys: $500 – $999
Swings: $250 – $499
Of course, Dancers Over 40 accepts donations of ANY size. All are appreciated and help us promote our mission!
Prefer to Join by Mail?
No problem — we welcome it!
You can join or renew your DO40 or FODO 40 membership by mailing in your completed membership form. Just download and print the PDF using the link below. (You'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open it.) As you fill out your form, please be sure to check the correct membership box for either DO40 or FODO 40. Your membership directly supports the incredible dancers, educators, and performers you’ve seen on our panels and in our videos.
👉 Download the Membership Form (PDF)
💻 Get Adobe Acrobat Reader
Mail your completed form and payment to:
Dancers Over 40, Inc.
P.O. Box 2103
New York, NY 10101
Membership Benefits
When you join, you’re not just supporting mature dancers—you’re preserving history, building friendships, and helping mentor the next generation. As a member you'll enjoy: