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Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service

Published on January 19, 2015

On Saturday, January 17, over 70 8th grade students from around Massachusetts volunteered at The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) sorting donated snack and breakfast items and packing brown bags for seniors. This volunteer day was part of Project 351, an annual service day event started by Governor Deval Patrick, and newly-elected Governor Charlie Baker has continued the tradition. More than 400 eighth graders representing every city and town in the Commonwealth united in Boston to serve, develop leadership skills, and discuss issues critical to young people and their communities. During the day of service, the 8th grade Ambassadors impacted the lives of more than 8,000 citizens, gained confidence and capabilities, forged friendships with peers from diverse backgrounds, and committed to build the ethic of service in their communities.

The day began with an address from the Mayor’s office at Faneuil Hall and, following their volunteer shifts, concluded with an address from Governor Baker at the State House. GBFB was honored to once again be part of this important day of service as these young leaders inspired others in their community to serve.

This event was a great way to kick off the holiday weekend and have inspired others to join in on today’s MLK Day of Service, which is part of United We Serve, the President’s national call to service initiative.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’"

Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the MLK Jr. Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities.

So, how are you going to serve your community today? Consider donating your time, food or money to GBFB or becoming a hunger advocate. Together, we can end hunger here.

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