Dr. King recognized the power of service. He famously said, "Everyone can be great because everybody can serve." Observing the Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday through service is a way to begin each year with a commitment to making your community a better place.
The following organizations invite you to participate in Remote Service Projects.
Edgewood Middle School Reach For Change
- Paper Doll Project
Click HERE for project details.
Gratitude Generation
- Plastic Bag Sleeping Mats for Homeless Individuals
Click HERE for project details.
Highland Park Community Foundation
- Give Where You Live: Spotlight on Service
Click HERE for project details. Please click on the light blue bar at the top of the page.
Highland Park Fire Department
- Kids Fire Safety Program
Click HERE for project details.
North Suburban Legal Aid
- "All are Welcome" print, color, and display signs
Click HERE for project details.
Park District of Highland Park - Heller Nature Center
- Create natural and healthy spaces in your community
Click HERE for project details.
Ravinia Elementary School
- Print, color, and donate pictures for senior adults
Completed pictures may be dropped off throughout January at:
Ravinia Elementary, 763 Dean Avenue / HP
Click HERE for project details.
Scope (Summer Camp Opportunities Promote Education)
- Write letters of encouragement to campers from underserved communities
Click HERE for project details.
Volunteer Pool Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteer with local service providers now and throughout the year
Click HERE for family friendly volunteer opportunities
Click HERE for all volunteer opportunities