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The MLKCC is here to announce its charitable efforts and support for the Salvation Army in opening a new lodging facility aimed at assisting not only men, but now helping women and families. Donations like these can make a significant impact on the community and help those in need. The collaboration with the Economic Development committee of the MLKCC and the generous support of Michael Smith and Freeport LNG, Inc. demonstrates the power of community partnerships in making a positive difference in the lives of those who require assistance. Such acts of kindness and generosity play a crucial role in creating a more inclusive andRead More →

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The Martin Luther, King Jr. Celebration Committee is proud to present it over $28,000 to community organizations in the form of grants. Each organization received a grant of $3,500 for continued service to the community. George Washington Carver HS Alumni Association The goal of this program is to continue to identify recent high school graduates and to assist them to find jobs in the local job markets. Jobs include certification in health care related fields, skilled laborers, license jobs and vocational jobs.  This program will continue to assist students in job placement seeking completion of non- traditional trade programs. Scholarships will be provided to students to attendRead More →

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In the spirit of recognizing senior citizens for World Senior Citizens Day, The Martin Luther King Jr Celebration Committee (MLKCC) sponsored its second Senior Citizen Recognition Day on August 19th at the GMZ Event Center in Brazoria. The event included: Health screening for blood pressure; AC1 testing provided by Texas A & M Health Diabetes Education Program – Healthy South Texas; Informational booths on the OLLIE’s program offered by UTMB Health and the ALL of US National Research Health Program; A presentation and information on hurricane Preparedness by Brazoria County Emergency Management, and lunch. Those in attendance also received a registration bag that included handRead More →

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“Books, minds, and umbrellas only work if they are opened!”  This quote spoke volumes at the Greater Mount Zion Church in Brazoria 12th Annual Dream Camp that was held on July 10-14, 2023. The Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee was right there to support the camp with a Book Fair. The MLKCC purchased books for grade levels 1st -8th grades that were written by various young-adult authors. On the first day of the camp, each student had an opportunity to choose from the various books in their grade level. Inserted in each book was a book report assignment. This assignment gave the reader anRead More →

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MLKCC recently announced its 2022-2023 Community Grant recipients for cycle 2. 1. S.T.O.P. INC.- a non- profit organization headquartered in Brazoria County. STOP’s mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors through public education, local community advocacy, staff training, school assemblies, peer support groups and parent workshops. The primary focus of S.T.O.P. is to educate as many students and educators on the signs and symptoms associated with teen suicide including mental health and develop peer to peer awareness that could save a life. This program started in 2018 reaching audiences across Brazoria County and Texas. 2. TRUE TO LIFE MINISTRIES-: LEVEL Up Summer Internship Program – aRead More →

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The Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee is pleased to announce the winners of the Poster and Essay Contest. Students from various schools throughout Brazoria County along with their parents, grandparents and other family members gathered on February 23 at Brazosport College. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in both categories received a medal and a check from the MLKCC. In addition to the medal and cash awards, the first-place essay winners were also gifted a tablet from BASF. The students created posters and wrote their essays centered around the MLKCC theme “Creating The Change.” Judges for the poster and essay contest were ChantalRead More →