The USU Center for Community Engagement invites students to engage in the Cache Valley community to commemorate the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. As our friends at AmeriCorps say, "Make it a day ON, not a day OFF!"
Honor the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in different community engagement projects on MLK Day!
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A carpool will be available if you mark your need for one on the registration form.
Project 1
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | Time: 8:30am-11:30am
SNAC Mobile Food Pantry Help
Location: Maverik Stadium @ 1000 N 800 E Logan, UT 84321
Help fight food insecurity on campus and in the community by directing traffic, signing in guests, loading food into cars, breaking down boxes, and assisting with clean-up. Every helping hand makes a difference!
Meet in the Maverik Stadium Parking Log on Lars Hansen Drive at 8:30am. Dress for the weather! we will be outside the whole time.
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Project 2
Thursday, January 15, 2026 | Time: 11am-2pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and National Day of Service Celebration & Community Service Fair
Location: Taggart Student Center International Lounge
We're joining hands with the Center for Community for an inspiring event that celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his teachings on community building. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in our community!
No sign-up needed.
Project 3
Saturday, January 17, 2026 | Time: 10am – 11:30am
Indoor Running Practice with Athletics United Youth
Location: Fieldhouse @ USU 700 North 800 East Logan, UT
Athletics United is a non-profit dedicated to building community by providing a supportive environment for children and youth, including kids from immigrant and refugee backgrounds. Their activities, including both running as well as tutoring students, are completely run through donations and volunteer support. As a volunteer, you get to participate in the running club and offer support and encouragement to these young runners!
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Project 4
Saturday, January 17, 2026 | Time: 12pm – 1:30pm
Sorting Donations with The Fuller Center for Housing
Location: Fieldhouse @ 232 Main Street Logan, Utah 84321
The Fuller Center for Housing is a non-profit organization that seeks to eradicate poverty housing by promoting partnerships with individuals and community groups to build and rehabilitate homes for people in need. By volunteering, you'll be helping to sort various donations.
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Project 5
Saturday, January 17, 2026 | Time: 2pm-4pm
Tabling outside local business to support the Family Place, Cache Humane Society, & the WAB Warming Center
Location: Lee’s Marketplace (Logan) 555 East 1400 North Logan, UT 84321
The Family Place in Logan offers so many opportunities for all types of people, young and old. Their mission is to strengthen families and protect children.
Cache Humane Society has been helping animals since 1976. Now with a Community Spay/Neuter Clinic, dedicated space for clinic services, education programs, and an outdoor play park for the shelter animals, they rely on volunteers to continue providing care in Cache Valley.
The W.A.B. Warming Center located in St. John's Episcopal Church strengthens the community by providing safety, warmth, and care for unhoused individuals and families on the coldest nights of the year in Cache Valley, Utah. They are in need of help cleaning the church to make it more welcoming and comfortable for the guests. Volunteers are vital to this organization!
You can help them out by tabling with us on MLK day! We will be in front of Lee’s Marketplace (Logan) handing out donation fliers to customers. This project has been split into one-hour shifts, but feel free to commit to the whole time!
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Project 6
Monday, January 19, 2026 | Time: 8am-4pm
Utah MLK Day Celebration with Beloved Community
Location: Salt Lake City, UT (transportation provided from USU Logan campus)
Join the Christensen Office of Service and Sustainability as we honor the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in The Beloved Community MLK Day Celebration in Salt Lake City, Utah. This event aims to create a platform for reflection, celebration, and community service, promoting Dr. King's vision of Building the Beloved Community.
Beloved Community builds community by advancing opportunity and eliminating disparities through Community Economic Development, strategic partnerships, community-driven programming, and cultural celebrations.
Transportation will be available via a USU minibus with limited seating (13 spots). Please indicate on the registration form if you would like to reserve a seat. If the bus fills up or you prefer to drive yourself, you are welcome to meet the group at the event location.
Lunch will not be provided, so please plan to bring your own or purchase lunch before we return. Be sure to dress warm.
Departing from the USU Motorpool at 8:30AM and return at approximately 4:30PM.
Additional details will be shared after registration.
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