Hosted by acclaimed spoken-word artist and the City of Orlando’s former Poet Laureate Shawn Welcome, this dynamic event uses poetry and storytelling to raise awareness of the life-changing impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Come hear powerful testimonies, celebrate donor heroes, and be inspired to say “yes” to saving lives through donation. We invite Central Florida poets to start a conversation about the precious Gift of Life and the importance of registering as an organ, eye, and tissue donor. Can you capture the power, emotion, and hope found in the Gift of Life? Each donation story is different. Be inspired by the suggested writing prompts provided. What inspiring story will you tell? This special event comes to you in partnership with literary Arts Council of Central Florida, Shawn Welcome & Associates, and Diverse Word.

Great Southern Box Co. (2105 N. Orange Blossom Trail Orlando, FL 32804)