The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is Monday, January 20, and calls Americans to honor Dr. King and his legacy through service. Together, we step up to make our communities more equitable and create the Beloved Community of Dr. King’s dream. We have the power to bring communities together, help others stand together against hate, build bridges, and heal divides through service on this day and well into the future.
How will you honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy on MLK Day? Learn about Martin Luther King and his legacy. Explore and educate yourself about ways to address inequity, foster inclusion, and improve access. Elevate local community leaders by supporting local Black-owned businesses and organizations. Engage by volunteering – join a community cleanup, mentor a young person, or serve food at a community kitchen. Any act of service, big or small, can help the nation unite and break down barriers.
MLK DAY OF SERVICE EVENTS:
2025 Hygiene Kit Donation Drive – From January 2 – 16, visit any Kansas City Public Library location to drop off hygiene supplies in marked donation bins. Click here to view the list of accepted items.
Saturday, January 18 –
MLK Serve Day 2025. 9AM at 1516 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64127. Sort donations and assist with other small projects around the warehouse with Resurrection Church. More info and registration available here.
Monday, January 20 –
MLK Serve Day 2025. 9AM | 1516 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64127. Sort donations and assist with other small projects around the warehouse with Resurrection Church. More info and registration available here.
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Nature Walk. 9 AM – 12 PM | Martin Luther King Jr. Square Park. Since 2015, the Heartland Conservation Alliance hosts the MLK, Jr. Nature Walk, focusing on environmental justice, followed by a keynote speaker at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Center. Learn more and RSVP here.
MLK Service Day with AAPR Kansas City. 9 AM – 12 PM | Cleaver Family YMCA: 7000 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64131. AARP in Kansas City is sponsoring a day of service with a variety of onsite service opportunities to choose from. Register here.
MLK Day of Service. 10 AM – 12 PM | Olathe Family YMCA – 21400 W 153rd St, Olathe, Kansas 66061. Come and help make a meaningful impact through various community service projects, educational programs, and outreach initiatives. Learn more here.
Prairie Village MLK Day of Service. 10 AM – 12 PM | 7700 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS 66208. Join a morning of community connection and assemble care packages in partnership with Impact 100 organizations, reStart. Reserve your spot here.
MLK Day of Service Period Packing Party. 10 AM – 2PM | Southeast Community Center – 4201 E 63rd St Trfy, Kansas City, MO 64130. Hosted by Nonprofit Catalyst Grantee, Giving Hope & Help. Click here for donation info and to RSVP.
Harvesters MLK Day of Service. Multiple time slots available | 3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City MO 64129. Sort and repackage food at Impact 100 organization, Harvesters. Click here to sign up.
Did we miss your event? Please email amber.abram@uwgkc.org with your MLK Day of Service event information to be included.