MLK Day is designated as a national day of service in the US. To honor the legacy of one of the most important civil rights leaders in history, we use this day to volunteer and focus on community outreach. Many of the events this year are virtual and you can choose from a number of online workshops on the AmeriCorps and Mobilize.us websites. Here are some of the options:

how to be an ally for the deaf community

Monday, January 18 1:00-5:00 PM
Hosted by the Michigan Deaf Association
More details here.

donate and volunteer to overcome racism, poverty, and injustice in detroit with focus: hope

Monday, January 18 12:00 AM-11:30 PM
Focus: HOPE is a nonprofit organization in Detroit that was founded in 1968.
More details here.

teach for america ohio letters of gratitude to healthcare workers

Monday, January 18-Friday, January 22 12:00 AM-11:45 PM
Join the TFA Ohio letter writing campaign to thank healthcare workers on the frontline of the pandemic
More details here.

mlk virtual workshop on institutionalized racism

Monday, January 18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
More details here.

feeding america through unity!

Monday, January 18 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Hosted from Toledo - This workshop covers where Americans can receive help with food resources and where to volunteer to help feed others during the pandemic. 
More details here.

speak your truth: young people take action

Monday, January 18 2:00-3:30 PM
This event equips activists with the tools needed to amplify their voices and advocate for change.
More details here.

write letters to seniors isolated by covid-19

Monday, January 18 4:00-5:00 PM
Hosted by the nonprofit organization Love For Our Elders
More details here.

If your kids are off from school, take the time to discuss Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and achievements with them. Unsure where to start? Denene Millner dives into how to discuss MLK with children ages 6-13 in this insightful Scholastic article. 

Let us know what you plan to do for your MLK day of service in the comments below!