MLK Jr. Day of Service and Solidarity

MLK Day of Service and Solidarity 2026 is CANCELLED!

Due to the inclement weather we are expecting on Saturday, we had to cancel MLK Day of Service & Solidarity. Please reach out if you have any questions! Stay warm and stay safe.

Dr. Damon Arnold - Associate Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Engagement & Development

Dr. Arnold is our keynote speaker for 2026 MLK Day of Service and Solidarity. He is one of the countries most respected motivational speakers and educators. He will be talking about Martin Luther King and his work about service. Learn more about Dr. Arnold and his work here. Please join us on Saturday, 24th January in Grand River Room, Kirkhof center, GVSU to hear Dr. Arnold from 8:45-9:15am and sign up below to participate in service activities.

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About MLK Jr. Day of Service and Solidarity

The MLK Jr. Day of Service and Solidarity represents a nationwide initiative where campuses across America join hands to serve and stand in solidarity with their communities, honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Coordinated annually by the Office of Student Life - Civic Engagement in conjunction with the MLK Week Executive Planning Committee, this event serves as a beacon of unity and service. This year, our anticipation reached new heights as we collaborated with 15 non-profit organizations in Greater Grand Rapids. Together, we are translating inspiration into action, harnessing MLK Day as a catalyst for positive change.

MLK Day Of Service Schedule

Activity	Time	Location
Site Leader Check In	7:30 - 8:00 am	Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center
Participant Check In	8:00 - 8:30 am	Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center
Event Overview	8:30 - 8:45 am	Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center
Dr. Damon Arnold	8:45- 9:15 am	Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center
Buses Depart from GV	9:30 am	Kirkhof Center Bus Stop
Service Project and lunch	10:00 am to 1:00 pm	Site Locations
Buses Depart from Site Locations	1:15 pm	Site Location
Post Service Reflection	1:15 - 2:00 pm	On the way back to GVSU