Spaghetti Circus’ passion is empowering creative, confident, healthy kids. | Lismore City News

Spaghetti Circus’ passion is empowering creative, confident, healthy kids.

From their home at Mullumbimby showgrounds, the little-circus-that-could trains more than 220 young people in their circus school every week. Despite being a small, not-for-profit organisation, Spaghetti Circus is committed to providing an annual Scholarship Program to ensure young people can access the joy of circus irrespective of their circumstances.

“In 2022 we supported 67 places though the program, many of whom are flood affected families, and we’re committed to raise funds to achieve that again,” Spaghetti Circus General Manager Alice Cadwell said.

“Our fundraising campaign is asking for donations to provide free and discounted places for kids in our circus school. Awarded on a needs basis, places are either partially or fully subsidised for one or multiple terms,” Alice said.

A 2022 study by University of South Australia of 54 young people found that participating in circus activities improved stress levels, self-esteem, confidence, and socialisation – and calculated that for every $1 invested in youth performing arts, $7 could be generated in social return. (The Power of Youth Arts, December 2022, Patternmakers and Australian Theatre for Young People)

“Giving back to community and young people is our passion and we are committed to supporting all kids to access circus no matter their circumstances. Your help will allow us to continue this important program so that ALL kids can experience the joy of circus,” said Alice. “With the region hit hard by economic pressures and still in flood recovery, there’s never been a more relevant time to support Spaghetti Circus in growing strong, confident, creative and compassionate young people.”

To donate any amount (all donations over $2 are tax deductible) to the Spaghetti Circus Scholarship Program go to www.spaghetticircus.com