FUNdraisers
Bringing people together to do some good

I've helped organize fitness fundraisers and other community events for the past 20 years, bringing people together to raise money and awareness for inclusion, equity, social justice, and support. Here's a look at some of them.

Squad Ghouls event flyer
Friday, October 30, 2026 · 6:30–7:30pm · BSD Dance Studio, 6772 S. Westnedge Avenue, Portage

Reserve your spot on the dance floor here! Captain Heatwave invites you to POMSQUAD Squad Ghouls Fitness FUNdraiser to benefit Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center (kdccc.org). POMSQUAD is a joyful, positive, hyper-inclusive dance fitness experience. No experience required to discover your inner cheerleader! 20% of proceeds will go to KDCCC and we'll also do a collection of wish list items (Vinyl Gloves Size Large • Sandwich Baggies • Facial Tissue • Whole Grain Cheerios • Goldfish Crackers • Ritz Crackers • Baby Puffs • Size 5 Diapers • Gift Cards to: Harding's, Walmart, Target, Meijer, ALDI, Costco, Sam's Club). $20 suggested but you can choose your own price!

Dance for Democracy event flyer
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 12–2pm · Skyridge Church Parking Lot, 394 S Drake Road, Kalamazoo

United we dance in the Skyridge Church parking lot, alongside Indivisible of Greater Kalamazoo’s No Kings Vote Early Rally! Why dance? Because dance brings JOY! Let’s gather, move, and show that democracy can be celebrated with rhythm, energy, and community. Local dance fitness instructors will lead easy, fun routines. Everyone welcome. No experience required! Stay for a few songs or dance the whole two hours!

Dance for Democracy event flyer
Dance for Democracy at Democracy Fest
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 1–2pm · Bronson Park, Kalamazoo

A high-energy dance warm-up before Democracy Fest's "Power in the Park," with local dance fitness instructors leading easy, fun routines, no experience required. Because dance brings joy, and joy is a form of resistance, too.

108 events · 2012–2025 · Photo archive

Fifteen years of Just Move Fitness playdates, launches, charity workouts, and pool parties, pulled together into a browsable photo archive. See the full collection →

Organizing a fundraiser or community event and want a hand? Reach out and let's talk.

Heather Christy
Fitness. Tech. And everything else that makes up a life.