Happy New Year from all of us at Hands On Thomas County! Like you, we are excited for a brand new start in 2022. We hope you will join us to take this opportunity to make positive change in our community.

You can begin with MLK Service Day,on January 17 from 9am to noon in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On this day, Americans of every age and background will unite through service projects that reflect some of his life's work: eradicating hunger and poverty, promoting literacy and education, and empowering people to make a positive difference in themselves and their community.

Can't make it that Monday or want to do more? Be a part of the 12th annual MLK Humanitarian Walk &Festival now through January 15. Learn more below.

Continue reading to learn how you can volunteer on or in honor of MLK Service Day and get your new year off to a great start!
CRAFTS FOR A CAUSE
DIY for all ages
NOW THRU JANUARY 17
Knit, crochet, or make
"no-sew" scarves.
1 knit/crochet = 3 service hours
BOOK DRIVE
DIY for all ages
NOW THRU JANUARY 12
Share the love of reading by donating books!
1 book = 1 service hour (limit 3)
PROJECT WARMTH
DIY for all ages
NOW THRU JANUARY 17
Donate socks and hats to give warmth this winter.
1 set = 1 service hour (limit 3)
vMLK PROJECT
Virtual for ages 12+
JANUARY 17
Experience a simulation of one of Dr. King’s speeches then share your “idea whose time has come.”
MEIGS LITERACY FAIR
In-person for all ages
JANUARY 17
Share the joy of reading! Dress as your favorite book character and read your favorite chapter to kids.
Click on the image to view
or to download and print
a flyer to share.
BE A PART OF THE 12TH ANNUAL
MLK FESTIVAL
In-person for ages 16+
JANUARY 15
Help with set-up, programs, and vendors for this 12th annual event. Email organizers to volunteer.
VIRTUAL TOWN HALL
Virtual for all ages
JANUARY 6 AT 7PM
Topic:community unification. Provide your input and discussion with local panel.
All ages welcome.
MLK WALK
DIY or in person for all ages
NOW THRU JANUARY 15
Walk for health and unity. Win weekly prizes! All ages can participate in this annual event.