Honoring Dr. King's Legacy
From Compassion to Action, Toward a Brighter Tomorrow
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The annual MLK Community Celebration includes activities over multiple days that offer several ways to get involved and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
This event is an opportunity for the Central Minnesota community to come together, engage in conversation and share time together while honoring Dr. King’s dream.
Join us for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
Monday January 19, 2026
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We invite you to partner with us by donating items needed for individuals experiencing homelessness at any of our events. Additional information is available on the Community Empowerment and Support page. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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MLK Breakfast 2026
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Contests, Awards, and Projects
Take part in our fun events!
The Humanitarian Awards elevate groups or individuals of all ages who are largely unrecognized for their
innovative service or community outreach in our surrounding area. The awards celebrate those who live the
idea of MLK every day as well as who inspire us and incorporate service in their lives in ways that are
unexpected or filled with care. All age ranges accepted, including students.
“Our goal is to create a beloved community and this will require a qualitative change in our souls. as well as a quantitative change in our lives.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrate Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by submitting visual art, an essay, or a spoken word piece inspired by his work. St Cloud, Sauk Rapids, and Sartell students are invited to creatively express their thoughts and reflections on his legacy. Work will exhibit and awards will be announced at the Annual MLK Celebration, January 19, 2026.
This year’s event theme is, The Fierce Urgency of Now. Inspired by his “I Have a Dream” speech and “Beyond Vietnam,” this theme calls for immediate action against injustice.
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The contest entries will be guided by the quote,
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“We are now faced with the fact that tomorrow is today.
We are confronted with the fierce urgency of now.”
Service Project
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