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Keep Alive The Dream - MLK Day 2026 Welcome to the annual "Keep Alive The Dream" - a tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In just two days, our community will gather to reflect, celebrate, and move forward together—continuing the Dream with purpose and action.

Join us on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 11:00 AM–2:30 PM, at our new location, Life Change Church, for the annual “Keep Alive the Dream” tribute honoring the enduring legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

This year’s theme, “A Legacy in Motion: Moving the Dream Forward,” reminds us that the Dream did not end—it lives through us. We are the stewards of this legacy, called to uplift the next generation through unity, creativity, and community care.

Enjoy an inspiring afternoon of spoken word, music, storytelling, education, and cultural expression, featuring powerful performances, youth leadership, community voices, vendors, and cultural showcases—all rooted in remembrance and rising toward the future.

This event is free and open to all ages.

For more details, visit www.worldartsfoundation.org.

World Arts Foundation, Inc. proudly presents our very first Legacy Sponsor Award, and we could not have chosen a more deserving honoree! Karis Stoudamire-Phillips, born and raised in North and Northeast Portland, is a philanthropic professional and a non-profit organization's dream partner! Her career spans over twenty years of giving and leading with heart, passion, and determination. We are deeply grateful for her contributions to WAFI.

A super connector and tireless advocate for social justice and economic empowerment, Karis has served on numerous boards and advisory committees throughout her career. However, it is her kind spirit and deep desire to support others in driving meaningful change and overcoming longstanding inequities that make her our 2026 Legacy Sponsor!

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Karis Stoudamire-Phillips for her dedicated sponsorship and advocacy of countless non-profit organizations over the course of her impactful career! We DREAM a world with more advocates like Karis! Thank you so much for your example and support. You are tremendously appreciated!

You can read Karis’ full bio on the World Arts Foundation, Inc. website: https://www.worldartsfoundation.org/post/legacy-sponsor-awardee-karis-stoudamire-phillips

Update: New Location

Join us Monday, January 19, 2026, from 11:00 AM–2:30 PM for the “Keep Alive the Dream” tribute honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. With the theme “A Legacy in Motion,” the event features performances, storytelling, youth voices, and cultural showcases.

We are now meeting at a new location:
Life Change Church at 3635 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR 97227

Free and open to all — come be part of the Dream in motion.

A Legacy In Motion: Moving the Dream Forward | Worldartsfoundation Join us January 19th, 2026, at Life Change Church for the annual "Keep Alive the Dream" tribute to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This free event features inspiring speakers, live performances, vendors and more!