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Volunteer at MLK Day of Service

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Join us at the Cleaver and Olathe Family YMCAs for a morning dedicated to service and unity in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Together, we’ll work on a variety of impactful projects that uplift our community and embody Dr. King’s spirit of love and service.

CLEAVER FAMILY YMCA

Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
Time: 9 a.m.- Noon
Address: 7000 Troost, Kansas City, MO 64131
Phone Number: 816.285.9622

Projects and Beneficiaries Include:

  • Bed of Bags – Transforming plastic bags into sleeping mats for those in need.
  • Just a Sandwich – Preparing sandwiches to feed the hungry.
  • Giving Hope & Help – Supporting individuals and families in crisis. 
  • Hope Faith Homeless Assistance Camp – Helping to provide care for the unhoused.
  • Cards of Encouragement – Spreading kindness to local elementary students, veterans, and food insecure neighbors.
  • Weather permitting, we’ll also have opportunities to beautify our grounds and gardens, making a lasting impact on our shared spaces.

Special Guests: Don’t miss the inspiring performances of the Kansas City Boys and Girls Choir, bringing hope and harmony to this special day.

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OLATHE FAMILY YMCA

Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
Time: 10 a.m.-Noon
Address: 21400 W. 153rd Street, Olathe, KS 66061
Phone Number: 913.393.9622

Projects and Beneficiaries Include:

  • KVC
  • Starfish Project
  • Olathe Public Schools
  • Health Partnership Clinic
  • Giving Hope & Help – Supporting individuals and families in crisis. 

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Come as you are—whether it’s for an hour or the entire morning. Together, we can make a difference and honor Dr. King’s legacy by serving others.

Let’s make this a day on, not a day off. 

Volunteers of all ages are welcome but please note that any youth volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.