On Monday, January 19, 2026, community members of all faiths, backgrounds, and ages are invited to make a difference during the 10th Annual MLK Day of Service, a day dedicated to honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through action. With more than 18 volunteer opportunities across the Palm Beaches, this large-scale initiative unites our community while making a lasting impact.
This meaningful day of action is powered by Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Kohl Jewish Volunteer Center and Palm Beach Atlantic University. New this year, the event is in partnership with GL Homes, a first-of-its kind corporate sponsorship for this annual event.
“GL Homes is proud to stand beside the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County and its partners for the MLK Day of Service. Together, we’re here to serve with impact, authenticity, and compassion,” shared Sarah Alsofrom, GL Homes VP of community relations.
This milestone 10th anniversary marks a decade of bringing Palm Beach County together to honor Dr. King’s legacy through service, compassion, and community. Volunteers will take part in projects that fight hunger, care for animals, support seniors, beautify neighborhoods, and protect the environment.
Examples of volunteer opportunities for the 2026 MLK Day of Service include:
Environmental & Outdoor Projects: Beach cleanups, pollinator garden planting, and produce gleaning.
Fighting Hunger: Sorting and packing food with Meals of Hope and Palm Beach County Food Bank, plus preparing meals at local kitchens.
Community Support: Painting homes, visiting senior centers, refreshing community gardens, and assisting families at Quantum House.
Animal Care: Helping at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League, and more.
“Year after year, this day of service fills us with hope,” said Amy Gordon, director of Federation’s Kohl JVC. “MLK Day of Service reminds us that building a stronger, more compassionate community is something we do together. Every act of service creates a ripple of hope for a more unified tomorrow.”
Nearly 1,000 volunteers participated last year, giving back at more than 15 locations. Since its start, Kohl JVC projects have impacted nearly 120,000 local residents, supported by over 5,000 volunteers annually who distribute meals, promote literacy, and provide vital resources to those in need.
Nathan Chau, director of the Workship program at Palm Beach Atlantic University, added: “The annual MLK Day of Service partnership between PBA and Federation is so special. It perfectly embodies what Dr. King stood for – looking beyond our differences and uniting to serve others.”
Students in PBA’s Workship program have been serving the community since 1968, contributing more than 4.1 million hours of service and demonstrating the university’s deep commitment to compassion and civic responsibility.
Registration is now open at jewishpb.org/mlk26. Space is limited for many projects, sign up early!
In addition to a generous partnership with GL Homes, 2026 MLK Day of Service is presented with support from Federation’s Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred as well as OneWorld: Davis Family Tolerance Project.
