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Monday, January 19, 2026
The Jersey Cares Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service engages people across the state to embody Dr. King's vision and bring people of all ages and backgrounds together, strengthening their communities and building a stronger New Jersey. Volunteers across the state will come together to honor Dr. King's legacy through a variety of projects.
MLK Weekend Opportunities
Not available on Monday, but want to get involved? Check out these projects happening all-weekend long!
Coat Sorting: Volunteers will sort through coat donations in-person at our container sites across the state. All opportunities will be held outside, unless otherwise noted.
- Registration for these projects is FREE.
- These projects are appropriate for ages 14+.
- All opportunities will take place from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- All Coat Sorting opportunities will take place on Sunday, January 18th
Virtual Project Options
Please Note: These projects are specifically geared for volunteers ages 4-17 and their families. Although anyone is welcome to join, the activity is youth-focused.
Virtual Cards for Seniors: Volunteers will create electronic cards including pictures and inspirational quotes for seniors at Meals on Wheels of Ocean County.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This project is appropriate for ages 4-17 and their families, although anyone is welcome to join.
- This project will take place from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Thursday, January 15th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Virtual Cards for Military Members: Volunteers will create electronic cards including pictures and inspirational quotes for service men and women through New Jersey Veterans Network.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This project is appropriate for ages 4-17 and their families, although anyone is welcome to join.
- This project will take place from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Thursday, January 15th.
- Please click HERE to register.
In-Person Project Options
"I Have A Dream" Walk: Volunteers will come together in solidarity to support the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and social justice causes by walking 2 miles or running a 5k. 50% of all funds raised for this project support New Jersey Institute for Social Justice.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Morning Kit Assembly in Parsippany: Volunteers will create After School All-Star Kits to support children from After School All Stars to help students unwind, stay engaged, and feel encouraged at the end of the school day. Volunteers will contribute to both the creative elements and the assembly of each kit.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Afternoon Kit Assembly in Parsippany: Volunteers will create Foster Care Champion Kits to support children and youth in foster care through Embrella to provide comfort, distraction, and emotional support during transition periods. Volunteers will contribute to both the creative elements and the assembly of each kit.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Morning Kit Assembly in Princeton: Volunteers will create Empower Her Kits to support girls at Girls Live Love Laugh to promote confidence, creativity, and empowerment. Volunteers will contribute to both the creative elements and the assembly of each kit.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Afternoon Kit Assembly in Princeton: Volunteers will create Mindful Moments Kits for clients of Legacy Treatment Services to promote positive mental health and self-care. Volunteers will contribute to both the creative elements and the assembly of each kit.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Morning Kit Assembly in Woodbridge: Volunteers will create Chemo Care Kits to support adult patients undergoing chemotherapy at Rutgers Cancer Institute to offer comfort and encouragement during treatment. Volunteers will contribute to both the creative elements and the assembly of each kit.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
Afternoon Kit Assembly in Woodbridge: Volunteers will create Hospital Helper Kits to support children in the hospital to provide comfort, distraction, and a little brightness during their hospital stay. Volunteers will contribute to both the creative elements and the assembly of each kit.
- Registration for this project is FREE.
- This event is appropriate for ages 4+.
- This event will take place from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- The last day to register for this project is Wednesday, January 14th.
- Please click HERE to register.
SWAG AND SUPPORT
Head over to our online store to make a donation supporting Jersey Cares and receive MLK Day of Service apparel as a thank you!
To make a donation and check out other Jersey Cares accessories, please click HERE.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
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Questions? Please call us at 973-533-1993 or email us at mlkdos@jerseycares.org.