Join VIP to make MLK Day a "Day On, Not Off"

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is just around the corner.  In honor of Dr. King's iconic service, AmeriCorps members and community members around the country will gather together to serve their community.  Even President Obama will be out and serving for MLK Day on January 21! 

Will you join the the thousands of us who will be serving that day?  Here are some resource to help you make an impact:

First, get inspired by watching this great video on MLK Day Service:

 Now, do you want to join in on a project?

• Find a project happening in your area by searching by your location on MLKday.gov, or check out the volunteer section of Craigslist in your area.
• Search your local newspaper's calendar or volunteer section for service events happening around MLK Day.
• Contact your local Volunteer Center to ask about MLK projects in your area.
• Check out some great MLK resources and projects from our partner OneOC.

Or, are you looking to start your own project?

• Get some MLK project ideas.
• Check out the MLK Day toolkits to help you plan.
• Get out the word using the MLK media tips and by registering your project with Points of Light.

Want MLK updates, tips, and resources? Check out the MLK Day of Service on Facebook.

How will you make it a "Day On, Not Off" for this upcoming National day of Service?