ABOUT KWANZAA365 CONNECTION

At Kwanzaa 365 Connection, we are dedicated to celebrating, empowering, and elevating communities through the principles of Kwanzaa—365 days a year.

Our mission is to foster cultural pride, community unity, and holistic wellness by integrating the seven principles of Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba) into everyday life. We aim to create transformative programs, events, and resources that inspire collaboration, support underserved communities, and honor the rich traditions of the African diaspora.

✨ Together, we are building stronger, more vibrant communities year-round. Visit our Programs page to learn more about how we’re making an impact! Welcome to Kwanzaa 365 Connection—where your success is our passion.

Meet the Founder: Imani Poole, LCSW

Imani Poole is a dynamic dancer, nonprofit founder, and Executive Director whose passion for community engagement and empowerment is at the heart of everything she does. With over 20 years of experience in West African dance and a career dedicated to social work, Imani has brought her love for culture, dance, and community building to Savannah, GA. From her studies at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro to her travels to Guinea for advanced training in traditional dance, Imani's journey has been driven by a desire to help others connect to their roots and find healing through movement.

She has built Kwanzaa365 Connection as a platform to share these gifts with the world, creating safe and vibrant spaces for youth and communities to thrive. Imani’s work is grounded in unity, connectedness, creativity, and faith, values she embodies in every program and project she leads.

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Board Members:

Melissa Williams

Mary Williams-Stover

Esther Green

Kwanzaa All Year. Culture Every Day.

Our Impact

At Kwanzaa365 Connection, our programs have reached hundreds of youth and community members, offering them tools to connect with their cultural heritage while also promoting personal growth and mental well-being. Through our workshops, performances, and youth empowerment programs, we have:

600

participants in cultural arts and wellness activities

100

community events celebrating African heritage

15

PARTNERSHIPS THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF SAVANNAH

54

YOUTH IN LEADERSHIP ROLES

Our Future Vision & Goals

Our long-term vision is to create a self-sustaining network of youth and community members who are deeply connected to their cultural heritage and actively working toward a brighter future for themselves and their communities which include:

Expanding our youth empowerment programs to reach more schools and neighborhoods.
Hosting larger, city-wide events that bring together thousands of community members for cultural celebrations and wellness activities.
Developing a scholarship fund for youth pursuing higher education or cultural arts training.
Increasing our partnerships with local organizations to amplify our impact on mental health, wellness, and civic engagement.