Hands On Atlanta to celebrate the King Holiday with 100+ volunteer projects and events 

ATLANTA, GA – Hands On Atlanta will host their annual MLK Days of Service, presented by The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, from January 12-17, 2022. Throughout this winter tradition, Hands On Atlanta will mobilize thousands of volunteers at 75 projects supporting more than 30 partner schools and nonprofits across metro Atlanta.

Volunteers can expect a mix of virtual and “DIY” service opportunities like a letter writing webinar for teachers in Title 1 public schools, and meaningful, traditional projects including the beautification of an outdoor activity center with the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance and a meal pack with volunteers from The Blank Family of Businesses at Ebenezer Baptist Church.

“We’re pleased to join Hands On Atlanta and thousands of volunteers across the city on this important day of service,” said Fay Twersky, president, The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. “We are our brother’s keeper, and it’s through moments like this, where we take care of each other, that we create human connections and stronger bonds in our communities.”

Another prominent feature of the MLK Days of Service is the annual MLK Sunday Supper, presented by The Coca-Cola Company. The evening will feature Brandon Fleming, CEO and Founder of the Harvard Debate Council, Dr. Beverly Tatum, President Emerita at Spelman College, and a meaningful, guided conversation exploring “What we teach our kids about race.” 300 participants are expected at the sold out, virtual event.

“The MLK Sunday Supper is a special event in a myriad of ways for The Coca-Cola Company, particularly the personal conversations between our associates and community leaders,” said Alba Baylin, Vice President, Stakeholder and Community Management at The Coca-Cola Company North America. “This year’s supper conversation continues our journey toward creating a more inclusive world where everyone is respected and treated with equity.”

In addition to volunteer projects, Hands On Atlanta is again partnering with the King Center, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Morehouse College, the Atlanta History Center, and Points of Light in an effort to reinforce Dr. King’s “Beloved Community.” This collective will host a series of events and opportunities to engage in the King Holiday throughout January 2022. Learn more about all the ways you can celebrate MLK Day 2022 across metro Atlanta at http://mlkatl.org.