Start your New Year by making a difference! United Way invites you to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy through hands-on service projects that uplift the Charlotte community. This annual event brings together volunteers from across the region to reflect on Dr. King’s life of service and create meaningful change.

What To Expect

What To Expect

  • Kit Assembly: Last year, volunteers successfully assembled 3,000 snack packs for local nonprofits and schools supporting youth and families facing food insecurity. This year, we’re aiming even higher — help us assemble both back-to-school supply kits and snack packs to meet growing community needs and show our united spirit!
  • Discover & Connect: Meet United Way’s nonprofit partners from the United Neighborhoods program. Explore interactive booths, learn about local initiatives, and participate in fun activations.
  • Bingo & Prizes: Pick up a bingo card, visit nonprofit booths to get it stamped, and enter to win exciting prizes when you complete your card!
  • Family Friendly: Registration is required for each attendee. Parents and guardians, please register children under 18 if attending with you and acknowledge the volunteer waiver. You’ll serve as their chaperone during the event.

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
  • Time: 10am – Noon
    • (Volunteer check-in begins at 9:30am)
  • Location: The Park Expo (Liberty Hall)
    • 800 Briar Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205
2024 MLK Call to Service donations and kit making

Kit Assembly: Last year, volunteers successfully assembled 3,000 snack packs for local nonprofits and schools supporting youth and families facing food insecurity. This year, we’re aiming even higher — help us assemble both back-to-school supply kits and snack packs to meet growing community needs and show our united spirit!

Discover & Connect: Meet United Way’s nonprofit partners from the United Neighborhoods program. Explore interactive booths, learn about local initiatives, and participate in fun activations.

Bingo & Prizes: Pick up a bingo card, visit nonprofit booths to get it stamped, and enter to win exciting prizes when you complete your card!

Family Friendly: Registration is required for each attendee. Parents and guardians, please register children under 18 if attending with you and acknowledge the volunteer waiver. You’ll serve as their chaperone during the event.

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
  • Time: 10am – Noon
    • (Volunteer check-in begins at 9:30am)
  • Location: The Park Expo (Liberty Hall)
    • 800 Briar Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205

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Let’s come together to honor Dr. King’s legacy and make a lasting impact in Charlotte. We can’t wait to see you there!

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