Giving Back

On The Floor® (OTF) isn’t just a dance competition – it’s a platform that empowers young dancers to learn from industry professionals, cultivate mentorship opportunities, and understand the value of giving back. We believe in creating meaningful connections and fostering a sense of community within the dance world.

Every OTF event is more than just a competition; it’s an opportunity to make a difference. As part of our commitment to giving back, each competition includes a fundraising component. Studios have the option to forego receiving trophies and instead have OTF make a donation, contributing to our Go Green initiative where trees are planted at the end of the season for every donation. Additionally, we proudly accept donations for SickKids at all our events, with our marquee fundraiser being the annual A Night for SickKids Gala.

A Night for SickKids Gala: Bridging Dance and Philanthropy

The A Night for SickKids Gala stands as one of the most esteemed dance charities in Canada. This event brings together top-level choreographers and industry professionals from across the country to collaborate with dancers in a spectacular showcase. All proceeds from this event support the ChildLife Department at SickKids Hospital, funding activities like parties, games nights, and an annual prom for young patients.

To date, our collective efforts have raised over $600,000.00 for the SickKids Child Life Department. Our co-owners, Mitchell Jackson and Lisa Hupé, are driven by their passion for dance and their dedication to positively impacting the lives of young individuals—be it the dancers they mentor or the patients at SickKids, who serve as a perpetual source of inspiration.