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MLK Day of Service

January 2027

Celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of service and justice at Martha’s Table. Our annual MLK Day of Service is a meaningful opportunity to reflect on Dr. King’s vision and take action toward supporting strong children, strong families, and strong communities.

Day of Service /Highlights

Visit our Pop-Up Market

Visit our Pop-Up Market at Martha’s Outfitters along the parade route (2204 MLK Jr. Ave SE).

Connect with Neighbors

Help us meet rising demand all year long. We have 15,000 ways to volunteer annually—find the perfect time to volunteer at Martha’s Table.

Volunteer with Us!

Thank you for your interest in volunteering! All available spaces for this day have been filled, but we have opportunities available 365 days a year. Learn more!

MLK /Day of Service

/ Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. devoted his life to service and justice. At Martha’s Table, we carry his legacy forward by fostering community care and connection year-round. Dr. King once asked, “What are you doing for others?” His words remind us that service is more than a moment; it’s a lifelong commitment to making a positive difference.

2026 Day of Service /In Action

This year, we’ll be coming together to make a meaningful impact through a pop-up market, revitalization projects, and more.

 

Frederick Douglass Community Center: Space Refresh
Help us revitalize this vital neighborhood hub! Volunteers will assist with general organization, assembling new office furniture, and setting up the computer lab to ensure a functional, welcoming tech space for the community.

 

Covenant Baptist Church: Pantry & Infrastructure
Support the expansion of local food resources. This project involves hands-on work, including the installation of new flooring, positioning industrial refrigeration for food storage, painting pantry shelving, and assembling furniture for the community room.

 

Martha’s Outfitters: Healthy Foods Pop-Up
Get hands-on with healthy food access! Join us at our Martha’s Outfitters location for a special pop-up market along the 21st Annual MLK Holiday DC Parade route. Volunteers will help distribute ingredients for a healthy meal to our neighbors, supporting our commitment to community nutrition and healthy food access.

 

Howard University: MLK Jr. Day Game Classic & Food Drive  
Come out to the Annual MLK Day Classic as the Howard Bison take on the Morehouse Maroon Tigers on Monday, January 19, at 4 p.m. Rooted in Howard University’s enduring commitment to academic distinction, leadership, and social responsibility, this matchup honors Dr. King’s vision by uniting competition with purpose. Fans are encouraged to donate non-perishable goods to benefit Martha’s Table.

MLK Day of Service /By The Numbers

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Volunteer at one of our three project sites.

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Help us distribute 500 bags of fresh groceries along the parade route.

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Be a part of the movement—join the nearly 4,500 volunteers who supported Martha’s Table last year!

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