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Four young girls smiling at summer camp, standing closely together with their arms around each other on a sunny day, with cars parked along the street behind them.
Four young girls smiling at summer camp, standing closely together with their arms around each other on a sunny day, with cars parked along the street behind them.

When you choose to donate, you become one of us! We want to invite you to be part of our team, to step with us into a better future.

For over 25 years strong,

The High Steppers have been dedicated to enriching the lives of local San Diego-based youth!

We build confidence, discipline, teamwork, and leadership through dance, mentorship, and mental health & academic support.

We also provide mentorship, mental health support, academic support, and violence intervention strategies for our youth through wraparound services.

Why give?

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    Make A Difference

    Your donation helps create real, measurable change in the lives of the youth we serve.

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    Support A Cause You Love

    Give back to something that aligns with your values and passions.

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    Be Part of A Solution

    Join a community of people working together to address important issues.

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    Create Lasting Impact

    Your contribution helps build long-term solutions, not just quick fixes.

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    Fund Grassroots Work

    Support local, hands-on efforts that make a difference where it matters most.

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    Inspire Others

    Your generosity can motivate friends, family, and colleagues to do the same.

Your Impact Starts Here

Growing participation and rising operational costs have created a critical expansion point.

Every rehearsal, every performance, every moment of growth, begins with access.

When you give, you help remove barriers and create opportunities for youth who are ready to rise.

We are seeking partners to help fund operational sustainability, youth transportation infrastructure (team van), and program expansion and accessibility.

Your support directly supports measurable creative youth development outcomes.

Youth in cheerleading costumes holding silver and blue pom-poms, participating in a cheerleading event outdoors, with a field and onlookers in the background.

75%

multi-season retention rate

92%

of participants report increased confidence and sense of belonging.

98%

of participants families identify the program as a safe, positive environment

Supporter Supporter
Supporter
$5,000.00

Help provide uniforms, practice materials, and essential program supplies that help our youth feel prepared and proud.

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Advocate Advocate
Advocate
$10,000.00

Support 6 months of programming for our participants, covering mentorship, structured practice, and skill-building activities.

Champion Champion
Champion
$15,000.00

Help fund transportation to performance events, competitions, and leadership events, ensuring that none of our steppers miss out.

Visionary Visionary
Visionary
$20,000.00

Provide significant support toward operational sustainability and transportation infrastructure, helping us serve our youth year-round.

What People Are Saying

Young girls are dancing and practicing drill and step routine in a room while a group sit and watch on the side.

“The highlight of hosting the High Steppers Drill Team (summer) program was having a front row seat to watch the kids adapt to an environment which promoted self-confidence and maturity. I was able to watch shy kids become leaders & advocates for their peers. I watched tougher kids feel safe and begin to open up to having friends and respecting authority. The most rewarding experience was watching kids come in with one set of views and come out of the program with a completely different approach to themselves and life’s challenges.”

— Phonisha Pruitt Community Resource Navigator (CRN) at MAAC STEP Center

A group of High steppers standing in front of large black-and-white photographs on a white wall, holding certificates and smiling.

“I loved this program. I even found myself coming out of my own shell during the course of the summer. I left feeling inspired by The High Steppers Drill Team. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this operation!”

— Phonisha Pruitt

5% Cover the Fee

The High Steppers Drill Team Inc. is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors should retain receipt for their records & consult a tax professional regarding any individual tax situation. Donations are used to support our youth programs, uniforms, training, equipment, transportation, competitions, performances, scholarships, & related expenses. Donations are non-refundable & may be used where needed to help better our mission.

Frequently Asked

Questions

  • Yes. The High Steppers Drill Team, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. After your contribution, you will receive a donation receipt for your records. We recommend consulting your tax advisor regarding your specific tax situation.

  • Youth Empowerment

    Help provide uniforms, practice materials, and essential program supplies that help youth feel prepared and proud.

    General Operations

    Support one week of programming for a participant, covering mentorship, structured practice, and skill-building activities.

    Safe Transportation

    Help fund transportation to performance events, competitions, and leadership events, ensuring no child misses out.

    After-School Programs

    Provide significant support toward operational sustainability and transportation infrastructure, helping us serve youth year-round.

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  • We gratefully accept in-kind donations that directly support our youth programs and daily operations. Examples include uniforms, dance apparel, athletic shoes, school supplies, office supplies, technology, snacks and beverages, transportation support, printing services, event supplies, gift cards, and professional services. Your generosity helps us provide meaningful opportunities for the young people we serve. Please contact us to discuss your donation.

  • Yes. We are honored to accept tribute gifts made in honor or memory of a loved one, mentor, or special individual. Your donation is a meaningful way to celebrate their legacy while helping us empower youth through leadership, mentorship, and community programs. If you'd like, we can also acknowledge your tribute with a personalized message.