Restore Voting Rights
The House passed the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act last week, but there’s an uphill battle in the Senate when the debate opens on Tuesday, Jan. 18. The family of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. is leading a march in D.C. on Monday, calling for “no celebration” of MLK day without action on voting rights legislation.
Join the Black Votes Matter letter writing campaign. Support Black Votes Matter and sign up for their email list.
Volunteer Opportunities for a “Day On”
BELLEVUE
The City of Bellevue and the Bellevue Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. invite the community to join the annual MLK Celebration and Health Fair (virtual) on January 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The event celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and centers individuals and organizations who are experiencing or responding to racial and health inequities in our community. Includes speeches and presentations from community partners to support your health and well-being, entertainment from local musicians, remarks from City of Bellevue leaders, and more.
ISSAQUAH
Daily through January 23: Take an inspirational walk through Lake Sammamish State Park in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A designated pathway displays his entire “I Have a Dream” speech, from Tibbetts Beach to the Sunset Beach Bathhouse.
Day of Service with Green Issaquah, Jan. 17th,9am-noon.
KIRKLAND
Green Kirkland Partnership MLK Day of Service, Kirkland Parks (various locations/times)
REDMOND
Green Redmond Partnership, a Day On for MLK Jr Day. Juel Community Park, 9am-12pm.
SAMMAMISH
Help beautify East Sammamish Park, give back to your community, and connect with our diverse community while learning about native plants and wildlife habitat. Jan. 17, 11-2. Information and registration.
The United Way of King County is hosting a virtual event featuring author Clint Smith. Jan. 19th, 6-7:30pm. Advancing Racial Equity – tickets here. Proceeds will support The Black Community Building Collective. If the ticket price is a barrier for you to attend, please email eventregistration@uwkc.org for a free ticket code.
Re-Educating, Self-Restoration, Community Healing
Eastside For All encourages our supporters to follow and contribute to Delbert Richardson’s Unspoken Truths to help the American History Traveling Museum reach more youth and adults in 2022! Adding to a long list of accolades, Delbert was just named as MOHAI’s 2021 Educator of the Year. Join us in thanking Delbert for his teaching, healing, and transformative work by making a gift today.