January 20, 2020 marked the 25th anniversary of Martin Luther King Day of Service: a day that celebrates Dr. King’s life and legacy of truth to power and inspiring individuals to work for racial justice and social change. This year, Citizen Schools joined forces with UJA Federation of New York and NYC Repair The World. UJA Federation effectively provides resources and urgent relief when an emergency or disaster strikes. Repair the World Harlem strives towards mobilizing volunteering and building partnerships with local organizations to help support the Harlem community.

Together, over 350 volunteers came out and spent their day off packing over 900 care kits that will be donated to those experiencing poverty. Care packages include toiletries, cleaning products, and cooking spices. Citizen Schools New York was honored and grateful to be a part of something so impactful, while striving to continuously make a difference for the community we serve! 

Thank you to the JCC of Harlem for convening this project with us and to the UJA Federation of NY for their generous support of this event and our entire MLK weekend of service.