MLK Day

OLYMPIA—Gov. Jay Inslee has proclaimed Monday, Jan. 16 as the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service in the state of Washington. 

MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service that encourages people across America to volunteer to improve their communities.

Read the text of the proclamation below:

The State of Washington Proclamation

Serve Washington's Executive Director, Amber Martin-Jahn, shares a call to action for all Washingtonians to honor Dr. King’s legacy through service on Jan. 16. This message from Serve Washington Executive Director Amber-Martin Jahn appeared in The Seattle TImes Jan. 13, 2023.

It highlights the connection beteeen Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and AmeriCorps and offers resources on how to serve in your community.

As the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service approaches, how will you serve your community?

Serve Washington's Executive Director, Amber Martin-Jahn, shares a message highlighting the connection beteeen Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and AmeriCorps and a call to action encouaging every Washigtonian to honor Dr. King's legacy by particpating in a sercice project Jan. 17.

The 2022 MLK Day of Service is almost here. People throughout the state of Washington - and across the country - are rolling up their sleeves in service. Are you ready to serve?