On November 2, 1983, President Ronald Reagan signed the King Holiday Bill into law, designating the third Monday in January a federal holiday in observance of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The legislation to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. On this holiday:
Engage with your community and create constructive action.
Act on Dr. King’s legacy of social justice and equity.
Recommit by volunteering to serve others. You can clean up a public space, mentor a young person, or help those who are food insecure.
If you are looking for more volunteer opportunities, explore the link below:
https://www.handsontwincities.org/mlk-in-person-volunteer-opportunities
If you are looking for ways to celebrate MLK Day with the children in your life, click the link below for suggestions from the Minnesota Children’s Museum:
