Joel Breeden, 12; Brianna Ford, 12; Samantha York, 10; received the Dance Career Award from DanceSTL and the Paul Taylor Dance Company. Recipients receive financial assistants and mentoring towards postsecondary dance education.

These students are offered mentoring and guidance towards further dance training, college and conservatory dance programs, professional auditions, and careers in the world of professional dance. This is not a scholarship program, however, Dance St. Louis contribute to the transportation, fees, and other costs of these experiences, as well as offering networking with dance schools, universities and professional dance companies.