Intended Audience
20th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Celebration - Jan. 15, 2024
Living the Dream: Hope, Courage & Unity
Breakfast opens at 6:30 a.m. in the Campus Center Great Room - $15 at the door.
Program - 8:00 a.m.
Keynote address: Rev. Trisch L. Smith, Global Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Edelman; African Methodist Episcopal Minister. Other speakers/performers will include SMCM's PING Vocal Ensemble; SMCM President Tuajuanda C. Jordan; Rev. Andrea Cummings, Zion Methodist Church; Rhythm Club of Spring Ridge Middle School; Casual Groove band; and more.
We invite you to join us in supporting the Maryland Diaper Bank. This non-profit organization provides essential items such as diapers, wipes, lotion, rash cream and formula to families in need. We are hosting a Diaper Drive to collect donations for this worthy cause. Donations, whether made on-site or in person, can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. If you prefer to donate items through the Amazon Wish List, please use this link: http://a.co/iZLGDS9. When purchasing, please add a note about the "2024 MLK Day of Service" to show your support for this initiative. Non-periishable food items may also be donated at the event. Together, we can make a positive impact in our community. Thank you for your generosity!
Sponsors: St. Mary's College of Maryland; St. Mary's County Branch NAACP The 7025; St. Mary's County Human Relations Commission; St. Mary's County Public Schools; College of Southern Maryland; Ivy & Pearls of So. Md. Community Charities; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, Nu Zeta Omega Chapter.