Help Samba Colorado Host Samba Queen Event

Uniting Colorado in Diversity, Culture and Community

Greetings, beloved community,

I'm Kebrina, Founder and Artistic Director of Samba Colorado – Colorado's pioneering Brazilian Dance School and company, established in sacred intention in 2013. Our humble beginnings were rooted in creating a sanctuary where hearts from all walks of life could converge, embracing the transformative healing power of Brazilian Dance.

Our soul mission remains devoted to:

* Illuminating the rich traditions and culture of African Brazilian and Samba Dance

* Educating with contemplative awareness and holistic understanding

* Celebrating inclusivity, diversity, and community empowerment

* Honoring ancestral healing through somatic arts – embodied wisdom expressed via dance and music

For 7 years, my heart envisioned our global family unified – diverse cultures, traditions, and spirits entwined in perfect harmony, right here in Colorado! Thus, **Samba Queen Colorado** was born – the first Samba Queen & King Competition and Event in our beloved state.

A vibrant celebration of:

* African heritage

* Brazilian culture

* Community resonance

* Dynamic drumming and dancing

* Empowered self-expression

**Samba Queen Colorado** offers a sacred platform to:

* Express your samba dance journey

* Learn from ancestral wisdom

* Embrace and share timeless traditions

* Celebrate unique gifts – breaking barriers, healing, and rising authentically

In a historic moment for Colorado's cultural landscape, **Samba Queen Colorado successfully unfolded on June 5-7, 2024, at The People's Building in Aurora – graciously funded by a grant.

Yet, as we envision an even brighter future, funding is now needed to nourish this year's event, blossoming June 5-8, 2025, at the Spark Performing Arts Center in Boulder.

Your compassionate donation will gently embrace essential elements:

* **Artist Fees**:

Compensation for master teachers sharing wisdom through:

- 2 transformative master classes

- Captivating performances at Saturday's Samba Queen event

- Discerning judgment at the Samba Queen & King contest

* **Transportation Costs**:

Gentle care for teachers' travels:

- Airfare to/from Colorado

- Uber/Lyft rides for local transit and airport connections

* **Lodging & Per Diem**:

Comfortable provisions for 2 nights and 3 days:

- Cozy Airbnb accommodations

- Nourishing food costs for master teachers

* **Contestant Gifts**:

Tokens of appreciation for participants in the Samba Queen & King Contest

* **Winner Gifts**:

Celebratory offerings for:

- 9 winners in the Samba Queen & King Contest

- 3 winners in the group performance competition

* **Marketing Essence**:

Vibrant outreach to spread the word:

- Promotional flyers and printing costs

- Advertising costs for digital ads on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter)

**Let's Empower Community Together**:

Every donation – no matter how small – resonates deeply.

Donate now and receive endless gratitude from our hearts!

We are grateful to be powered by fiscal sponsorship through the Boulder Arts Alliance. All donations will receive tax-deductible exemption. Your name will be featured in our program on the day of the Samba Queen and King Spectacular event!

Obrigada (Thank you), Axé (energy/force/power)

Kebrina Josefina De Jesús, Founder & Artistic Director,

Samba Colorado

Samba Colorado 2025 Board Members

Israel Jimenez

Shalea McDonald

Delia Greth

Cultural Advisement

Jazz-Ylaine Baptiste

Rosangela Silvestre

The Sacred History: coming soon

Guest Artists: coming soon

Full Schedule: coming soon