Greatness Determined by Service: An Afternoon of Reflection on Martin Luther King Jr.

Greatness Determined by Service: An Afternoon of Reflection on Martin Luther King Jr.

Engage in thought-provoking speeches and activities based on the work of MLK Jr.

One hour of attendance/discussion = One service hour

The Martin Luther King, Jr., National Day of Service is a defining moment each year when Americans across the country step up to make communities more equitable and take action to create the Beloved Community of Dr. King’s dream. While Dr. King believed the Beloved Community was possible, he acknowledged and fought for systemic change. His example is our call to action. 

MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. For nearly 30 years, the MLK Day of Service has grown, and its impact has increased as more Americans embraced the idea that citizenship involves taking an active role in improving communities. 

-AmeriCorps VISTA National Organization