Community Anti-Racism Education Initiative (C.A.R.E.)
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast and Day of Service 2020
Our Community
Dream, Serve, Believe
River’s Edge Convention Center
Free
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast and Day of Service honors the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
On this day we commemorate Dr. King's dream of a multiracial nation united in justice, peace, and reconciliation.
Keynote Address
Valerie Jarrett
Valerie Jarrett is a senior advisor to the Obama Foundation and Attn, a Senior Distinguished Fellow at the University of Chicago Law School, and President of the Board of When We All Vote. She also serves on the boards of Ariel Investments, 2U, Lyft, the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, and the Economic Club of Chicago.
Ms. Jarrett was the longest serving Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama. She oversaw the Offices of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs and Chaired the White House Council on Women and Girls. Ms. Jarrett worked throughout her tenure at the White House to mobilize elected officials, business and community leaders, and diverse groups of advocates. She championed the creation of equality and opportunity for all Americans, and economically and politically empowering women in the United States and around the world. She oversaw the Administration’s advocacy for workplace policies that empower working families, including equal pay, raising the minimum wage, paid leave, paid sick days, workplace flexibility, and affordable childcare, and led the campaigns to reform our criminal justice system, end sexual assault, and reduce gun violence.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Seating is limited. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. The breakfast begins at 8 a.m.
- King’s Kids – The Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities for children grades K-5 will focus on intercultural literacy and community service. These activities will take place during the keynote address. Every child who participates will receive a book. Children can be registered for the King's Kids room at the eventbrite registration site above.
- Dexter R. Stanton Art and Essay Contest
Major Sponsors and Donors
The following Organizations are sponsors for the 2020 MLK Breakfast and Day of Service.
The following Organizations are Donors for the 2020 MLK Breakfast and Day of Service.
Donate
You can give to the MLK Breakfast and Day of Service at this link.
FAQ
Will there be food options for vegans and vegetarians? The breakfast menu will have non-pork, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-friendly food items available.
Where is the best place to park? Visit the River's Edge Convention Center website for directions and parking information. Street Parking will be free on the Holiday.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions? You can email us at: care@stcloudstate.edu
