Elon to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through service opportunities

Multiple volunteer opportunities are available for students, faculty and staff to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The Kernodle Center for Civic Life is collaborating with campus and community partners to offer multiple community service opportunities Jan. 16-20 to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in January.

Sign up for volunteer opportunities. 

Events

Allied Churches (Cooking Shift) – Jan. 9 to Jan. 16
Cooking meals and serving patrons of Allied Churches of Alamance County. Transportation will be provided. Make sure to wear closed-toed shoes and to have hair pulled back or in a hat. 

American Red Cross Fall Blood Drive – Jan. 22, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Alumni Gym
Volunteers will sit at the canteen with donors after they give blood to ensure they eat a snack and feel well before departing.

You can also sign up for a time slot to donate.

  1. If you’ve given blood through the American Red Cross before, you can sign in to your account. If not, select “Create My Account” and follow the steps to do so.
  2. If you are wondering the difference between “Blood” and “Power Red” appointments, learn more here.

MLK celebration – Jan. 20, Noon to 1 p.m. – Mayco Bigelow Center
We honor the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King with a cultural show at Mayco Bigelow. Performers, poets, giveaways, etc. for one hour, open to the public. Volunteer duties include greeting guests, folding programs, taking pictures, handing out water/hot chocolate or performing.

Ongoing volunteer opportunities with the Boys and Girls Club
For over 85 years The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs of North and South Carolina have been offering programs and services that exemplify and actively practice Christian principles. Our Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs create an accepting, positive and challenging environment where young people of every background, circumstance, race, creed, and religion have a safe place to learn and grow into productive citizens.