****UPDATE 07/18: I’ve come up to some unexpected costs with my visa,,, I am opening this back up to raise another $800 to cover the health surcharge required to file my visa application! thank you for all of your support****

Hello angels,,,

My name is Keilan Stafford, and I’m a dancer, performer, DJ, sound designer, friend, lover, and community member currently based in Los Angeles.

This September, I’m taking a huge leap—I’m moving to London to begin the MA Dance Performance program at the London Contemporary Dance School (aka The Place). After spending the last four years performing, choreographing, and directing live dance works here in LA—while navigating life under capitalism as a freelance artist—I’ve been craving the chance to dive deeper into my craft. This program will give me the time, resources, and connections to explore my artistry in a more focused and expansive way.

Here’s where I need your help

I’m currently fundraising to cover the remaining portion of my deposit and visa costs. I’m humbly asking my community for support as I take this next step. I appreciate any contribution from those who have the means—and I’m sending love and gratitude to those who can’t support financially but are still holding me in their hearts. <3

The arts here in the US under attack. Your support helps ensure that the knowledge and connections I gain don't STAY overseas, they come back to strengthen our creative ecosystem and prove that artists can thrive despite the systems working against us.

DECOLONIZATION IS OUT, IT’S TIME TO RECOLONIZE

Thank you for believing in this journey and for being part of a community that supports artists taking bold steps.

With love and gratitude,

Keilan