Social Responsibility

MLK Day of Service and Learning

We honor Dr. King’s legacy every year by joining thousands of volunteers across the city and the country in giving back.

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We honor Dr. King’s legacy every year by joining thousands of volunteers across the city and the country in giving back.

MLK Day is a chance for us to dedicate a portion of our day to civic engagement and service. Thousands of people across the country come together to serve others and advance justice and social welfare. We are proud to provide a meaningful opportunity for you to engage every MLK Day of Service.

Dr. King’s legacy is one of service to our fellow human beings, but it is also of working towards racial equity and a more just society for People of Color.

Join us to honor and celebrate both Dr. King’s legacy on this day of civic engagement.

2025 Project: MLK Evening of Service

Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the Edlavitch DCJCC
This year, join us to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his birthday, January 15, with an evening of volunteering. We’ll be making dry food jars, warm winter packs, trail mix bags, and creating Valentines Day cards for neighbors experiencing homelessness and living in transitional housing.

Community Edition, 6:00-8:00 PM
We will support folks around the DC area who are experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, and other challenges. This program is open to volunteers of all ages.

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Young Professionals Edition, 6:00-7:30 PM
This special edition of our evening of volunteering is for young professionals ages 21-45. Following the projects, join us for optional socializing at a nearby bar.

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Teens Edition, 6:00-8:00 PM
Teens ages 11-18 will assemble hospital care kits for patients at the GW Cancer Center. This project is eligible for 2 SSL hours.

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