2019 Community Project Dashboard

Cradles To Crayons is dedicating the month of January to Martin Luther King, celebrating his legacy of service in the community.

In partnership with local fire stations, first responders, and community centers Cradles to Crayons will hold a collection across the Greater Philadelphia five-county region.

Children and other volunteers can make cards for residents in Assisted Residents Programs

At our event, we will collect canned goods, and non-perishable food items for a local shelter and food pantry. We will also collect New / Unused toys for the local Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Make and deliver 250 PB & J sandwiches for those in need.

Cradles To Crayons is dedicating the month of January to Martin Luther King, celebrating his legacy of service in the community.

In partnership with local fire stations, first responders, and community centers Cradles to Crayons will hold a collection across the Greater Philadelphia five-county region.

We are making Valentines Days cards for Meals on Wheels recipients.

See Educational Section above.

Participating in environmental block clean-up of a senior-citizen area that has abandoned houses and empty lot.

Pleasant Playground staff, Pleasant Advisory Council and We Heard You are joining forces to bring fun-filled and educational activities that focus on peace and community. Open to all ages. Light meal(s) provided. Participants will review the movie 'Our Friend, Martin', discuss historical facts showcased in the movie Lessons learned from the movie regarding peace and resolving conflict

Hygiene drive - Salvation Army "Eliza Shirley House for Women and Children

Commuity discussion and fire prevention material distribution at the School of the Blind.

Every year, we feed the hungry on Martin Luther King Day. We also give out premade kit to those in need.

Cleaning the church grounds as well as cleaning and patining kitchen, dishing area, and classrooms in the church.

Volunteers will crochet, knit and donate scarves for Operation Gratitude. In addition, attendees will share stories regarding Dr. King.

Gently used clothing collection from GA will be donated.

January 21, 2019, marks the 90th birthday of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose message of equal rights for all is as important today as it was during his lifetime. Carnegie Museum of Art celebrates his legacy through artworks and activities that inspire discussion and reflection. All are invited to enjoy the following family-friendly activities, free with admission. Attendees will engage in a reflective self-portrait opportunity.

Students in grades 9-12 interested in the health professions will rotate through five activities facilitated by Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine students and staff and MOBS Move Philly volunteers: a tour of an anatomy lab.

Serving meals to the homeless and anyone in need of a meal. Also
meals will be delivered to Calcutta House and other shelters. Meals are
also delivered to those on the street

January 21, 2019, marks the 90th birthday of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose message of equal rights for all is as important today as it was during his lifetime. Carnegie Museum of Art celebrates his legacy through artworks and activities that inspire discussion and reflection. All are invited to enjoy the following family-friendly activities, free with admission. Attendees will engage in a reflective self-portrait opportunity.

Kids put together 10 pans of baked ziti.

Community fire prevention discussion at 2789 Castor Ave. (Home Depot)

We are showing the movie "Hidden Figures" and afterward we are having a panel discussion
called "a Conversation with African American Women in STEM"

The panel will be comprise of African American women that work worked in the STEM field in the Philadelphia area.

Cookman beloved Baptist Church has recruited members of the community to be panel guest.

We are asking museum guests to bring school supplies that will be donated to School District of Philadelphia teachers.

Decorating cupcakes to be donated.

Volunteers will be collecting food donation and packing them to be donated to a local shelter.

Carnegie International artist Tavares Strachan illuminates the museum's exterior with the names of some of history's less visible figures. Through dialogue with an expert docent, celebrate these individuals and their contributions to humanity.

We will celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in partnership with One Village Alliance in order to create a family-friendly event focusing on civic engagement, social justice, and the arts.

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General audience

Here at Swarthmore College will be stuffing backpacks with school supplies for organizations in the Chester area. We have a list of organization that we will distribute these backpacks to.

We will be making blankets for Children who are in Foster Care - distributed thru Fleece For Keeps.
We will also be asking for books to be donated and doing volunteer reading activities throughout the morning.

Students in grades 9-12 interested in the health professions will rotate through five activities facilitated by Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine students and staff and MOBS Move Philly volunteers: a tour of an anatomy lab, a healthy living workshop, a Q&A about health professions, a Simulation Lab/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Lab experience, and a service project packaging donated toiletries for a local homeless shelter. Lunch will be served. School supplies will be distribute

Get cereal boxes and fill with supplies; wrap in paper and distribute to kids in hospitals.

Creating cards, decorating bags and packing bookbags for Community Partnership School.

There will be a community celebration of the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. There will be food, skits, a movie screening, and dance performances, as well as the regular church service.

Blankets for residents of Ambler Senior Center.

Kids will write "dreams" on index cards

Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and West Belmont Civic Association are working together to clean up
vacant lots in the 43rd St & Westmister area.

Cat toys (yarn), dog toys (t-shirts), snuffle mats (fleece and rubber mats), and dog blankets (fleece)

Free procession up 5th Street in Philadelphia to honor Benjamin Franklin and his contributions to American life, including his work to help create the first prison reform organization in America. The procession includes a fife and drum corps, plus banners and representatives from many local organizations. It will proceed from the APS Library (5th and Chestnut) to the Christ Church Burial Ground (5th and Arch Streets), where there will be brief words and memorials to Benjamin Franklin.

Making sandwiches, snack bags,

collect hats, gloves, and scarves for men, women, and children

Before Service Day we are collecting diapers, wipes, baby shampoo, baby wash, and baby lotion. On Service Day members of the St. Andrew's parish and guests will package these items into kits for parents in need. The kits are going to the Bucks County Housing Group homeless shelter.

Eastern State Penitentiary commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his 1963 "Letter from Birmingham Jail" with special readings from the landmark text. Professional actors, youth readers, and community leaders read excerpts from King’s letter three times a day on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. An informal Q&A moderated by a civil rights scholar follows each reading. The readings are free and open to the public. No reservations required.

St. Andrew's Parishioners and guests will learn more about volunteer opportunities at the church. Monthly events include trips to the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, making meals for home bound seniors through Aid for Friends, knitting prayer shawls, and donating to the Pendell food pantry. We will also have information about our ongoing outreach efforts for the Bucks County Housing Group and Heifer International.

The gun safety table will work to bring awareness and change to the issue of gun safety. Volunteers will have the opportunity to write letters to address these issues with politicians both at the local and federal level. At the service day event, participants will have the opportunity to make a poster for a peaceful demonstration promoting gun safety. The peaceful and positive witness will take place in Yardley, PA after our main Service event.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

The teen ministry will be cleaning a local school.

Join the Junior League of Pittsburgh as featured speaker Vicki Clark leads a discussion on diversity and inclusion in our community and the nonprofit world.

The younger ministry (ages 5-12) will be packing toiletry bags for the homeless.

Fusion of past and present styles of performances celebrating the Man, MLK Jr., his contributions and the lasting affect on America.and our Community through Performances and speeches by Youths, Adults and Groups.

The Day of Service will begin with a service and bible passage focused
on the importance of performing service to others and giving back as
well as the teachings of Dr. King.

Each house of worship does a a thirty-minute service with a message about their faith, traditions and beliefs, followed by fellowship meal or refreshments.

This event honors the life and accomplishments of Dr. King and his commitment to equality, social justice, advancement, and opportunity for all.

Volunteers will be going to homes of the elderly in the church community and performing tasks that they are unable to perform for
them

This event is themed around Change, Challenge, and Commitment, and
will offer information and vendor services to all participants. Partnering
with God's Annointed People, Servants of Christ United, and the East
Parkside Residents Association, the First African Presbyterian Church will
host a collaboration of organizations and vendors providing a variety of
services, including affordable clothing, access to tutoring services, and
information for self-improvement.

Each house of worship does a a thirty-minute service with a message about their faith, traditions and beliefs, followed by fellowship meal or refreshments.

We will pack breakfast bags for the elderly who are served by AID for Friends.

Volunteers will be gathering and donated shoes on the King Day of Service.

There will be multiple tables in which service activities will be taking place. Each table will focus on a certain aspect of service. The event will be hosted by Cheyney alum, Kyle "JR" Morris and there will also be poets and various artists displaying talent in support of Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy.

Volunteers will be gathering and donated shoes on the King Day of Service. Month-long donation drive.

Food collected is being donated to the St Ignatius Food Bank

This event is open to the public on Monday, January 15th and Wednesday January 17th, 2019. Volunteers will be assigned on a rotating basis to collect shoe donations and share information about the HVC Shoe Drive Campaign. This is community service for the MLK Jr. Day of Service prior to January 21st, 2019.

Backpacks will be prepared for homeless adults in our City, to include sheltered and non-sheltered persons. The contents will include washcloth, socks (at least 2 pairs), bottle of water and personal care products including hand sanitizer and bar soap container. The personal care items will be placed in plastic gallon zip bags to provide a container for later use. A resource guide will also be included. The back packs will be gender specific. Volunteers include (a.) donors (b.) assemblers (c.) d

Volunteers will be gathering and sorting donated shoes on the King Day of Service.

We will label books and write notes to children in local hospitals

For the community we will be serving Spaghetti Luncheons to surrounding area individuals. This will include salad, roll and spaghetti.

We will bake cookies for first responders

Each house of worship does a a thirty-minute service with a message about their faith, traditions and beliefs, followed by fellowship meal or refreshments.

Rise Against Hunger’s meal packaging program is a volunteer-based initiative that coordinates the assembly-line packaging of highly nutritious dehydrated meals comprised of rice, soy, vegetables, and 23 essential vitamins and minerals. The program was created to give dedicated individuals and organizations — from businesses to civic clubs — the opportunity to participate in a hands-on international hunger relief program and to become educated, engaged advocates for the world’s hungry. The events

Students will be creating canned fruit-baskets and will be distributing baskets to families within the area.

Pre-registration required. Join us for a Martin Luther King Day of Service and Art, while exploring Frank Hyder’s Janis Project exhibition and Heads that Make Us Smile, in the Museum and Education Gallery. Learn about Dr. King’s legacy while exploring Hyder’s inspiration from around the world before creating your own head, and sharing ideas on how to promote goodwill in your family, school, community, nation, or world. Participants are asked to bring new hygiene products for homeless shelters.

Help COSACOSA prepare supplies for a new mosaic to be created with students at North Philadelphia's Dunbar School. The mosaic is part of COSACOSA's Art Smart project to teach literacy and leadership through the arts. We'll be working at COSACOSA's studio in Manayunk to sort and break tile, and to begin the layout of the mosaic project.

Students and their families from the Lower Merion School District will participate in packing snack bags for families at the Ronald McDonald House.

At the end of the morning, around 12 Noon, volunteers will gather to read excerpts from speeches or quotes by Dr. King and share any memories or examples of his work that is meaningful to them.

Students and staff will be participating in multiple community clean-ups of the Woodland Avenue Corridor.

Our annual gathering to knit and crochet hats for those in need. Easy patterns & basic instruction will be available; snacks and drinks will be provided. Hat-making continues year-round, but this is our group session.
Donations of knitting needles (sizes 8 or 9), crochet hooks (sizes 3 or 4) and skeins of worsted-weight yarn are always welcome. Knitting hoops are also used, for those who shy away from knitting needles and crochet hooks.

Collecting books for Pre-K thru 3 Children's books for Philly Reads.

We will clear the playground and memorial area of litter and debris. We will also distribute fire prevention materials and literature.

Students and staff will be participating in multiple community clean-ups of the Woodland Avenue Corridor.

Collecting diapers, wipes, onesies, infant & children’s winter clothing

Collecting crates of all sizes, dog food (all ages), puppy pads, toys, nylabones, treats, poop bags, easy walk harnesses, gift cards to Amazon, chewy.com, pet value or other pet stores & adoptions available

Craft projects for raffle prizes for senior centers & letter writing for Veterans and IDF, Get Well cards, and Welcome cards for HIAS

Participants will contribute to an electoral platform that will build a better Philadelphia and hold our elected officials accountable.

Collecting knitted blankets, tools, sewing and first aid kits (especially band-aids)

Students and staff will be participating in food access and meal prep service, with the assistance Mt. Zion Baptist Church members.

Collecting paper towels, facial tissues, snack packs (chips, pretzels, cookies)

Students from University of the Sciences along with parents of Mitchell Elementary will be assisitng in an indoor cleanup of school facilities, including parent center spaces.

Donations of non-perishables to a local food pantry and cooking about 200 meals for those in need in community.

Celebration of Dr. King's life and legacy. Panel discussion on 3-5 of Dr. King's quotes. Entertainments eg song, dance, instrumental and poetry performed by staff. This event is open to the public and employees of Pennsylvania Hospital and University of Pennsylvania Health System.

Cards for active military members.Cards for active military members.

Collecting - women’s professional ware suits, skirts, pants, blouses, blazers, shoes, handbags, belts, jewelry, belts, scarves; men’s professional wares, suits, shirts, slacks, blazers, ties, belts, shoes)

Providing an opportunity for individuals to learn about the stock market and investing, wisely.

Children from the community conducted hands-on science experiments, played educational games and participated sports clinics led by student athletes at the Youth Health and Science Fair held in the Athletic/Recreation Cente

Volunteers will make crafts to give to senior citizens.

The NO STADIUM NO DEAL COALITION is supporting the Concerned Citizens of Point Breeze, Anti-Gentrification & Displacement Forum. Discussion topics will reveal disproportionate city planning threatens to affordable housing availability in communities historically occupied by people of color: Removal of African American Communities, Redlining - PBS National Report, Rental/Tenant Issues, Housing Conformity (4-5 story mansions), Sheriff Sales – Delinquent Property Taxes, 10 year Tax Abatement.

Students and their families from the Lower Merion School District will participate in creating Valentines to Veterans.

Will be sending donate knitted blankets and items of need to individuals and families.

Help Calvary Center get spruced up for 2019! As a busy community center in a historical building, all of our spaces are in constant use and could use some love. Projects will happen in a morning and an afternoon shift, and you'll be able to choose your project when you arrive. In the morning, our friends from Kol Tzedek Synagogue will lead a children's project, open to all ages. Lunch is provided!

Clean up after MLK Day of Service at 1:30 PM @ St. Paul’s Baptist Church.

Neighborhood participants co-organized through Lacy's Community Care and the Parkside Association.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

A diverse ensemble of local actors will join students from local colleges to perform a passionate reading of Dr. King’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech.

Our holiday camps offer exciting learning opportunites, tours through the zoo, crafts, games, and much more! Campers must be potty trained and come dressed for the weather, as well as bring a lunch bag and water bottle.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

We will be spending the afternoon visiting with residents of Maplewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. We play games, tell stories, and spend time with the residents. Kids and babies of all ages are welcome. There is a piano and plenty of space for other instruments if you would like to come share any musical talents. It's a wonderful day to share with the residents of the Germantown center!

Backpacks will be prepared for homeless adults in our City, to include sheltered and non-sheltered persons. The contents will include washcloth, socks (at least 2 pairs), bottle of water and personal care products including hand sanitizer and bar soap container. The personal care items will be placed in plastic gallon zip bags to provide a container for later use. A resource guide will also be included. The back packs will be gender specific. Volunteers include (a.) donors (b.) assemblers (c.) d

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

Calling all blood donors – your donation is needed today to help patients in need.

One King Book, One King Day (Book of the Month Club-running the entire month of January)

One King Book, One King Day (Book of the Month Club-running the entire month of January)

Different clubs, sports teams and musical groups will be doing service projects (visiting nursing home, blankets for St. Mary's, reading to younger children) afterschool the week after MLK day.
The following groups will be participating:
Tri - M Music Honor Society
Interact Club
Student Council
Friends of Rachel
Cheerleaders
Wrestling Team
Environmental Club
Debate Team

Students will be making chocolate covered pretzels. Pretzels will be donated to the homeless shelter in Lower Bucks County

Students will be traveling to Attleboro Nursing Home (Brunswick House) and playing board games and BINGO with the residents.

Students will be making fleece no sew blankets for St. Mary’s Hospital Pediatrics

South Orange Maplewood Community Coalition on Race presents the 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Monday, January 21, 2019 at 2:00 pm, at Columbia High School, 17 Parker Ave, Maplewood. The event is free and open to all. Hundreds of SOMA residents and friends from neighboring communities gathering donations.

We will prepare the meal and dining room to welcome our guests. We will serve dinner to our guests. Then we will clean the dining room and kitchen after the meal. We will have volunteers help with the meal service. Project Hope will send a NP to do screenings for our guests (blood pressure, HIV, glucose, etc.)

Join the KEYS Service Corps - AmeriCorps family in honoring the life and legacy of MLK.
Come enjoy a soup and salad dinner and screening of The Homestretch (http://www.homestretchdoc.com) at our annual MLK Sunday Supper; bring a drink, snack or dessert to share!

During this event, we will learn about the civil rights movement, of which Martin Luther King Jr. was a key leader. We will focus on women of the Civil Rights movement, and talk about the legacy of the movement today. We will also do a creative project to share what we learned with the larger community

This will help educate community members about pieces of history we may not know about, and inspire thoughtful action based on this history and the way it lives

Pasta Buffet Dinner to raise funds for Polio eradication. Sponsored by Langhorne Rotary and Neshaminy Interact

Serving a meal to those who are homeless, less fortunate and in transition

Responsibilities include:
-preparing meals
-serving
-cleaning
greeting guests

Meal distribution and services to homeless - 3959 Lancaster Ave.

Serving meals to those who are homeless, disenfranchised and in transition

Responsibilities include:
greeting guests
preparing meals
serving
cleaning

Serving meals to those who are homeless, disenfranchised and in transition

Responsibilities include:
greeting guests
preparing meals
serving
cleaning

This year’s keynote speaker is Sophia J. Woodard, founder and CEO of ASHANTI Truth Consulting, entrepreneur, and author. During the banquet, awards will be presented to students who have demonstrated the characteristics for which King was known: leadership, community involvement, and commitment to social justice.

Each year, in honor of MLK Day, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg sponsors an International Poetry & Storytelling Festival to highlight accomplished writers and encourage young talent. The Council will announce the winners of the student writing competition as well as feature acclaimed poets and storytellers from our region and around the world

Habitat for Humanity Build Day includes things such as a focus on beautification or renovation of homes and neighborhoods.

K-5th grade Girl Scouts will be creating gifts for meals on wheels recipients.

Discussion of mindfulness of spaces on campus as it related to, social justice and inclusion and equity. Specifically, students and staff will have the opportunity to create banners with quotes from prominent African Americans, occurring throughout the week.

K through 5th Grils Scouts will be creating cat toys for the local animal shelter.

Each house of worship does a a thirty-minute service with a message about their faith, traditions and beliefs, followed by fellowship meal or refreshments.

We will have the pleasure of experiencing the Rev. angel Kyodo williams as our keynote speaker. Once called “the most intriguing African-American Buddhist” by Library Journal, and “one of our wisest voices on social evolution” by Krista Tippett, Rev. angel Kyodo williams Sensei, is an author, maverick spiritual teacher, master trainer and founder of Center for Transformative Change. She has been bridging the worlds of personal transformation and justice since the publication of her critically-ac

Each house of worship does a a thirty-minute service with a message about their faith, traditions and beliefs, followed by fellowship meal or refreshments.

In partnership with NewCORE (New Conversations on Race and Ethncity) and WHYY, a group of promient religious leaders will share their stories and enagage in a conversation on how race and racism informs their leadership and the communities they lead. Included in the evening will be light reception, where attendees will be invited to engage on their own small group discussions and story-telling activities .

Each house of worship does a a thirty-minute service with a message about their faith, traditions and beliefs, followed by fellowship meal or refreshments. This is the first time this House of worship is participating in Unity Week.

This event is Linconia's annual event that we (B3T) and the community have been invited to be a part of for approx. 14 years.
So their service includes clergy from The Bensalem-Feasterville Minusterium, and community participation.