Still Waters Collective 25th Anniversary

As we celebrate this milestone year, we are thrilled to launch our 25th Anniversary Campaign. With your support, we will raise $25,000 to sustain this thriving ecosystem of voices and ensure the next 25 years of impact are even more powerful.

For 25 years, Still Waters Collective has used creative writing and spoken word to build community, capacity, and confidence. Guided by the vision of our founder, Dasha Kelly, we’ve cultivated spaces where voices are heard, stories are honored, and individuals grow into Creative Change Agents who transform our community.

From youth poetry slam leagues to open mics, cultural residencies, and justice-centered storytelling, our work has touched thousands of lives across Milwaukee. Join us today in celebrating this legacy and investing in the future—your contribution will help ensure this vital work continues for another 25 years.