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Martin Luther King Jr. Service Awards

Cultivating Today For A Brighter Tomorrow

This event is to recognize community members who make an impact with awards for Social Responsibility, Youth Development, Healthy Living and Leadership.

Address

Chesterfield Tech Center -13900 Hull Street Rd, Midlothian, VA 23112

Date

01/19/2027

Hours

5:30-8:15 p.m.

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event
includes

  • Catered meal
  • Awarding of honorees
  • Performance from local high school
  • YMCA teen engagement
  • Keynote speech
2026 MLK Award Singers
2026 MLK Award Awardees Group Picture
2026 MLK Award Reception Attendees
2026 MLK Award Reception Attendees
2026 MLK Award Speakers
2026 MLK Award Panel Winners
2026 MLK Award Singers Whole Group
2026 MLK Awards
MLK Award winners 2026

celebrate our distinguished honorees

Join us in recognizing individuals who embody the spirit and values of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through their leadership, service and unwavering commitment to justice and equality, these honorees inspire us all to build stronger, more inclusive communities. We celebrate their achievements and the positive impact they continue to make in shaping a better future.

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MLK Awards Reception Teen Speakers

Donate and give a teen this unique experience

Your generosity can open doors for the next generation. By contributing, you can provide a local teen the opportunity to attend this inspiring celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. This experience fosters leadership, community engagement and a deeper understanding of justice and equality. Every gift helps create a brighter future. Invest in tomorrow by empowering a teen today.

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MLK Awards Reception Speaker Jamal Riley

Engage Through Participation or sponsorship

Be a vital part of this celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring legacy. Your involvement, whether through being a participant or a sponsor, helps us create an inspiring evening that uplifts our community and honors those who lead with courage and compassion. Together, we can amplify Dr. King’s vision of justice, equality and opportunity for all.

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