Dr. King led the non-violent civil rights movement for racial equality beginning in 1955 until his assassination in 1968. He led several peaceful protests including the Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycotts, the Selma-to-Montgomery marches and probably his most remembered, the March on Washington, D.C. in 1963, where he gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech.
King co-founded the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and served as its leader until his death. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. His enormous impact influenced Congressional passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
There is more to do. Take a moment to reflect on those tumultuous times and consider volunteering in your community.
Consider lending your services to the nationwide housing cause, Habitat for Humanity. Habitat builds homes for aspiring, yet economically challenged families. Whether you have building skills or not, your work on a job site could help a struggling family achieve the dream of homeownership. The organization also sells new and gently used furnishings and building materials to the public through a network of stores as a means of fundraising.
Learn more about Habitat for Humanity and how you can help on its website.
