The mission of the Toledo Ballet is to increase interest and support of the arts through dance. This mission is accomplished through community education, studio instruction and major performances and the following initiatives: - Establish and promote interest in dance as a fine art - Present dance programs of the highest quality - Organize, maintain and present the Toledo Ballet augmented by guest artists - Maintain an active scholarship program for promising dancers - Encourage audience development and appreciation for ballet with young people by maintaining visibility in educational settings in cooperation with the area school systems - Introduce the art of dance to new audiences of all ages and backgrounds - Solicit, collect and raise funds to further the efforts of the Toledo Ba