Martin Luther King Day

On January 21st, American's will celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

Dr. King was a civil rights leader who sought to forge the common ground on which people from all walks of life could join together to address important community issues.

In recognition of the 40th anniversary of Dr. King’s assassination, the Corporation for National and Community Service in 2008 is also pleased to join with other organizations in supporting a new initiative, “40 Days of Nonviolence: Building the Beloved Community.” Under this initiative, the King Day of Service will kick off 40 days during which families, schools, faith communities, and other organizations will plan service projects and educational activities promoting Dr. King’s message of nonviolence and social justice. Click here for more information.

For more information, visit the http://www.mlkday.gov/ website.