Duke University honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy each year with a Day of Service, encouraging the entire Duke community to participate in service activities.

2026 MLK Community Service Highlights
- 2026 Rotary Club Meal Packaging Event
- Backpack Project
- 2026 MLK Day Student Backpack Packing (Students)
- 2026 MLK Day Student Backpack Packing (Student Athletes)
Find more volunteer events for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and the coming weeks through ConnectCommunity, a platform to connect Duke volunteers with opportunities to serve the Durham community, and create purposeful, equitable and sustainable partnerships.