It takes a village

We believe in transparency. Here’s how your support is used:

• Live Music: Supporting local artists who bring the music to our events

• Equipment: Sound systems, maintenance, and upgrades for outdoor use

• Storage: Securing a dedicated space to safely store and manage our equipment

• Sustainability & Growth: Exploring support like a part-time manager or grant writer to help us grow and sustain the organization

We’re also working toward a future where we can pay our bands more, and begin compensating our teachers and DJs, who currently volunteer their time to make this space possible.

Your contribution helps us move closer to that goal—while keeping Lindy by the Lake free, welcoming, and community-driven for everyone.

We’d love to have you be part of the community that keeps this going.

Come say hi to us at any of our events or email us at oaklandswing@gmail.com to get started.

There are lots of ways to help, big and small:

• Share your skills: Teach a class, DJ, or contribute something unique

• Lend a hand with logistics: We especially need folks with larger vehicles to help transport equipment

• Support behind the scenes: Stay a little longer after events to help us strike, pack, and load out

Lindy by the Lake is 100% volunteer-run, and it thrives because people like you show up and pitch in

Whether you’ve got a special skill or just an extra 20 minutes—we’d love your help.

Yes—we’re open to in-kind donations that support our events and community. This can include things like event supplies, equipment, or food for special gatherings.

If you have something in mind—especially if it’s swing dance or event-related—we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to us at oaklandswing@gmail.com so we can chat about what’s most helpful.

At this time, Lindy by the Lake is not a registered nonprofit, so donations are not tax-deductible.

That said, your support goes directly into sustaining our events—keeping them free, community-driven, and accessible to all.