Dr. King and the Y
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday is a day of celebration for his life and legacy, a day we mark by locking arms in solidarity, living his principles in our work every day, and doing our part to pave the road to equity and justice for all. On this national holiday, we encourage you to use this “day off” as a “day on,” to serve and advance MLK's commitment to community by volunteering with the Y in service to others.
Celebrate MLK Day at Meredith Mathews East Madison Y
Listen to Dr. King's Speech and Join the Rally at Garfield High School
Meredith Mathews East Madison Y
January 16, 2023
9:30 am - Playing of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream Speech."
10:15 am - Walk with us to Garfield HS and join the rally
12:30 pm - Participate in the March
This MLK Day, in addition to volunteer opportunities across our region, we will be providing social space at the Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA to celebrate the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Together, we will begin our morning with the broadcast of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech. Then, in support of the MLK Seattle Coalition, we will walk to Garfield High School for the 11:00 am rally and 12:30 pm march. We hope to see you there.
Rooted in the Y
Before he inspired millions, before he spoke of a nation built on equity and justice, before he changed the world, Dr. King was just a kid at the Y.
Get involved with the Y and help build a better us
Join us in this critical work to advance equity and justice for all.
Our 2023 Day of Action
A message from YMCA of Greater Seattle's President and CEO, Loria Yeadon, about the Y's vision to advance the work of King this MLK Day of Service.
Learning Resources
Through a curriculum, amassed from Black activists, scholars, educators, and connectors, we invite you to explore Dr. King's work and how it connects to our current day struggles and triumphs.
Volunteering
Time, compassion, and service to others are among the greatest gifts we can share. Join us to help fight hunger, provide care packages to those in need and help clean up the outdoors, together.
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Equity & Justice
Center of Excellence
The Y is committed to become an anti-racist organization.
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Equity and Justice Community Fund
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Unleashing Potential for All
Catch up on our series of equity and justice in athletics from non-traditional sports, to the Olympics, to young athlete leaders in our community.
Diversity & Inclusion
The Y is a place where people of all backgrounds, faiths and other dimensions of diversity can come together, strengthen community together, and gain a greater appreciation for one another.
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