Join Us on MLK Day 2020!
 The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service (MLK Day) is just one month away. This year will mark the 25th celebration of MLK Day since Congress designated it as a day of service in 1994 and charged the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) to lead this effort.
Each year, we observe this holiday as a "day on, not a day off.” MLK Day is officially on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, but volunteer service activities occur throughout the prior weekend (Jan. 17 – 19).
Here’s how to get involved:
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Ask Your Constituents to Serve: Share information in the days and weeks leading up to #MLKDay about service opportunities in your newsletters, on social media, and other communications channels.
- 2020 is the 25th anniversary of the MLK Day of Service observance! Join millions of Americans to make #MLKDay a #DayON, not a Day Off! Learn more at MLKDay.gov. #DayON25.
- Visit our communications resources page on MLKDay.gov for the social media toolkit, sample logos, messaging and other tips on engagement.
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Encourage Local Organizations to Host Volunteer Projects: Invite local nonprofits and other organizations to host volunteer opportunities in honor of MLK Day and register their local projects here.
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Make the Commitment to Serve: Volunteer with a local non-profit, church group, school, other community organization, or use our search tool to find a volunteer opportunity near you.
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Issue a Press Release or Proclamation: Raise awareness about the MLK Day of Service by issuing a press release or proclamation honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King. Sample materials are available on our resources page.
Please visit MLKDay.gov for project ideas, social media tools, and other resources to support the MLK Day of Service.
Please contact the CNCS Office of Government Relations at GovernmentRelations@cns.gov or call (202) 606-6707 if you have any questions or we can be of assistance.
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