This year, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service (MLK Day) falls on January 15. 2024 will mark the 29th celebration of the annual service event since Congress designated the MLK holiday the first ever National Day of Service. MLK Day holds a special significance as it is not just a federal holiday but also a commemoration which encourages Americans to actively contribute towards bringing about meaningful change in their communities.
By dedicating your time and skills on MLK Day, you actively contribute to transforming Dr. King's dream of a beloved community into a tangible reality. Through volunteering, you have the opportunity to honor Dr. King's legacy by empowering individuals, supporting community strength, breaking down barriers, and fostering innovative solutions.
Embrace the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by exploring unique volunteer opportunities. This year, engage in a purposeful experience by seeking out large impact community-based service initiatives, contributing to environmental justice projects, or simply taking the time to educate yourself on the significance of this civil rights leader's life and legacy.
By choosing to engage in this day of service, you strengthen ties to your community and contribute to the social progress that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to achieving.
Use the NPS.gov MLK page or Volunteer.gov to find parks that are participating in MLK Day of Service. Searches can be filtered to specific parks on days on and around January 15.
“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.”
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
You can also get involved by following in Dr. King’s footsteps with a visit to one of the National Park Service sites that preserve his story:
Visit Volunteer with Us to discover volunteer opportunities at national park sites near you.
