Celebrate MLK Day of Service

Monday, January 20th

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” Against what seemed impossible odds, Dr. King and scores of his fellow citizens of all races came together and ultimately helped bend the moral arc of the universe toward justice. In recognition of Dr. King’s incredible legacy of service to all, Congress designated the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday as the first ever national day of service in 1994, and charged the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency for service, with leading this effort.

Taking place each year on the third Monday in January, the MLK Day of Service is the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service – a “day on, not a day off.”  

This year's commemoration of the MLK Day of Service is an opportunity consider how much work remains to fulfill Dr. King’s dream. An appropriate way to honor Dr. King is through service, volunteering, and advocating for change in our communities. Dr. King devoted his life to advancing equality, social justice, and economic opportunity for all. He challenged us to build a more perfect union and taught us that everyone has a role to play. Five decades later, we still have more work to do. 

Volunteer registration closes on Monday, January 13th, limited spots available.

Join PittServes as we volunteer to make it a day on, not a day off.

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

If you have questions, please email the Signature Days Of Service Committee at signaturedaysofservice@pitt.edu.

Volunteers can expect a light breakfast before service, a t-shirt, and transporatation to and from the host site.

General timeline for the day: 

• 8:45am: Volunteer check in and breakfast
• 9:15: Volunteers board buses
• 9:30: Volunteers depart campus on University provided transportation
• 10:00: Arrive at volunteer site
• 1:00: Depart volunteer site on University provided transportation
• 1:30pm: Volunteers arrive back on campus