Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day – A National Day of Service

Did you know that Martin Luther King Jr. Day is also a National Day of Service?  People across the country will honor Dr. King by helping their neighbors and communities, serving each other and acting wherever people need help.

HandsOn Greater Richmond offers a database of volunteer opportunities in the Richmond area.  The site also offers a MLK Day Legacy of Service Video that is very informative for families.

The HandsOn Greater Richmond database can be searched with age considerations in mind.  You can also find volunteer opportunities that extend beyond January 20th – to any day of the year.

Educational Resources

If your kids would like to learn more about Dr King, visit the following websites for more information.

• National Geographic Kids
• The King Center