Taking from the page of Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr., “The time is always right to do what is right.” Instead of
treating today as a day off, treat it as a day on! The MLK Day of Service is a
time to work together towards Dr. King’s dream of a stronger, more united
America. You can use of our website to find a local charity to volunteer with
or donate to today.
If
you’re looking for a charity whose work honors Dr. King’s vision, Charity
Navigator has you covered. The Southern
Center for Human Rights, based in Dr. King’s hometown, works to enforce the
civil and human rights of people in the criminal justice system in the South.
The Alliance
for Children’s Rights is dedicated solely to protecting the rights of
impoverished, abused, and neglected children. SOME
(So Others Might Eat) helps break the cycle of homelessness by offering
services, such as affordable housing, job training, addiction treatment, and
counseling, to the poor, the elderly and individuals with mental illness. Jobs
with Justice works to improve working people's standard of living, fights for
job security, and protects workers' right to organize.
The
above are just a small sampling of the variety of charities you can engage with
to honor Dr. King’s legacy. If you’ve decide to volunteer today, be sure to
read through our Guide
to Volunteering to help you chose where to dedicate your time!
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