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About King Day of Service

Martin Luther King, Jr.is one of the greatest heroes of the 20th century, symbolizing the quest for equal rights for all and volunteer service for one's community. In honor of his legacy, Martin Luther King's birthday is observed as a day of service. In 1994, the US Congress passed the King Holiday and Service Act, designating the third Monday in January as the King Day of Service in commemoration of Martin Luther King's birthday.

The King Day of Service breaks down barriers and brings people together who might not ordinarily meet, to help out in their communities.

Although the King day of Service has grown over the years so that hundreds of thousands participate, many are still unaware of the service aspect of the day. Help raise awareness in your community that this is a "day on and not just a day off."

In recent years, some have suggested that Martin Luther King Day be observed as Civil Rights Day to commemorate the greater cause to which Dr. King and so many others dedicated their lives for the good of us all.

More About Martin Luther King, Jr.

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King Day of Service - January 19, 2015*
(3rd Monday in January)


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