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MLK Day of Service 2025 A Record Breaking Success!

January 21, 2025

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MLK Day of Service 2025 A Record Breaking Success!

January 20th 2025 marked the 22nd Annual MLK Day of Service. Over the years, this day has offered various projects to support our nonprofit partners, but the mission of promoting volunteerism and service has always remained constant.

January 20th 2025 was a record-breaking event with the following achievements:

- 240 blankets donated to Betsy's Blankets

- 500 dog treats made for Orphans of the Storm

- 100 door hangers created for senior living facilities

- 400+ cards decorated with uplifting messages for veterans, children in hospitals, and immigrants

- 200 toiletry kits packed for Grace Network

- 200 gift bags packed for Holiday Heroes

These accomplishments were made possible by:

60 Volunteer Center volunteers

450+ community members

None of this could have happened without your unwavering support. Thank you for helping make this event a resounding success!

*Special thanks to Site Hosts the Community House Winnetka and Sponsor Warner Institute

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