The City of Dunwoody invites residents to come together in service for the 10th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 19. Dunwoody Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the Dunwoody-Atlanta Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., will mark the national holiday with volunteer projects and a blood drive.
“Our chapter’s strength is rooted in service and shared purpose,” said Dr. Terris Ross, President of the Dunwoody-Atlanta Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. in a press release from the city. “Initiatives like this bring us together to uplift others and model for our children what it means to lead with compassion, equity, and a commitment to opportunity for all.”
Residents are encouraged to register online and join one of several projects:
- Planting 86 trees at the Dunwoody Nature Center with Trees Atlanta (starts at 10 a.m.);
- Planting 5,000 daffodils at Brook Run Park with the Daffodil Project (starts at 9 a.m.);
- Cleanup and maintenance at the Dunwoody Community Garden and Orchard, including raking and rebuilding raised beds (starts at 9 a.m.);
- Blood donations with the American Red Cross, available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at North Atlanta Church of Christ, 5676 Roberts Drive (pre-registration recommended).
“We are thankful for the hands and hearts that come together each year,” Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch said in the release. “Whether planting, cleaning, or giving, these projects show how we can honor Dr. King’s legacy by working side by side to strengthen our community.”
Observed annually on the third Monday in January, the National Day of Service celebrates the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It is the only federal holiday designated as a day of service, encouraging Americans to empower individuals, bridge barriers, and strengthen communities.
A video from Jack and Jill about the day is here.
Cathy CobbsManaging Editor
Cathy Cobbs is Rough Draft's Managing Editor and covers Dunwoody and Brookhaven for Rough Draft®. She can be reached at cathy@roughdraftatlanta.com. More by Cathy Cobbs
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