Each year, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is observed as a federal holiday on the third Monday of each January, which is Monday, Jan. 16. The theme for this year is “Cultivating a Beloved Community Mindset to Transform Unjust Systems,” according to The King Center — a nonprofit founded by MLK’s wife, Coretta Scott King, to continue Dr. King’s legacy.
If you have time to dedicate to our community, here are three local volunteer opportunities:
- The Columbus Dream Center | Help those experiencing homelessness by serving meals, gardening to provide nutritious meals, or volunteering when individuals come in for showers + laundry to make a relationship with them.
- Brown Girls Mentoring | Assist young Brown girls with self-care, self-image, and leadership.
- African American Male Wellness Agency | Contribute to the six initiatives of this organization — fatherhood, financial health, health and wellness, mental health, research, and mentorship.
Looking for other ways to get involved? Check out more local volunteer opportunities.