MLK Day of Service 2025 - PB&J Sandwich-Making Competition

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The Arc of South Carolina, in partnership with The Arc US, the University of South Carolina and AmeriCorps, is proud to host a PB&J Sandwich-Making Competition for this year’s MLK Day of Service. Join us as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through community service, providing meals to those in need across the Midlands.

 

Event Details:

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• Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025

• Location: Russell House Ballroom #207, 2nd Floor, 1400 Greene Street, Columbia, SC

• Volunteer Check-In: 8:30 a.m.

• Participant Sign-In: 9:00 a.m. (at Davis Field, next to the Russell House)

• Event Start Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (or until supplies run out)

 

The sandwiches created during this event will be distributed to local hunger-relief organizations, including the 153 Project, Transitions Homeless Center, and the Washington Street Soup Kitchen, helping to combat food insecurity in the Columbia area.

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Get Involved: Americans of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are encouraged to participate. Bring donations of peanut butter, jelly, and sliced bread if possible. For those unable to attend but wishing to contribute, donations can be arranged by calling (803) 748-5020.

 

Register Today!

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Why MLK Day of Service? The MLK Day of Service, established in 1994, is a "day on, not a day off." It empowers individuals, strengthens communities, bridges divides, and works toward Dr. King's vision of a "Beloved Community." Each year, this day calls Americans to take action and make a difference in their communities.

 

Continuing Dr. King's Legacy: Beyond MLK Day, consider ways to stay engaged throughout the year:

• Volunteer with local civil rights organizations or hunger-relief efforts.

• Educate yourself about the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. King’s teachings.

• Support marginalized communities, promote social justice, and advocate for change in your workplace or community.

 

For more information, contact us at thearc@arcsc.org.

 

Thank you for helping us make a difference!