Through its community outreach initiatives, The Martin Luther King Jr Celebration Committee prepare “Homeless Backpacks” to distribute to homeless individuals in the Brazosport Area and surrounding communities. The 50 backpacks prepared contained a blanket, socks, personal hygiene items, water bottle, water, a snack package and a gift card to purchase a meal from a local fast food establishment.Read More →
MLKCC- GRANT SUMMARY- ROUND 3 [easingslider id=”2832″] 1. Ladies of Destiny Awarded $5,000.00 Ladies of Destiny (LOD) promote and celebrate scholastic achievements of hard-working youth who aspire to pursue advanced education at an accredited college or university. Awardees are selected based on academic achievement and ability, educational goals, service to others, and leadership. Awards are intended to cover tuition and fees, housing, or any education-related expense. In addition to scholarships, LOD aids homeless families, senior citizens, domestic violence survivors and other vulnerable populations. 2. Adult & Teen Challenge of Texas Awarded – $5,000.00 Adult and Teen Challenge of Texas provides residential, Christian faith-based recovery programsRead More →
MLKCC would like to thank The Center for the Arts & Sciences for its support and participation in the Say Their Names Memorial Exhibit. The award was presented to Director Wesley Copeland.Read More →
We are pleased to sponsor Habitat for Humanity Build #114 in Brazoria County! Join us on this journey!!! [easingslider id=”2805″]Read More →
Congratulations to our Tools for Teachers grant recipients!!!Read More →
During the 2021 holiday season, MLKCC members shared Christmas joy with shoppers at the local supermarkets.Read More →
MLK Poster Essay Contest Winners Announced The MLK Awards program was recently held on Feb. 17 for the winners of the annual MLK Poster and Essay Contest on the campus of Brazosport College. The awards and prizes were sponsored and donated by MLK Celebration Committee Inc., HEB, BASF/ African American Employee Group and Brazosport College. A Big Thank you to our sponsors of this event. Poster Contest: Ages 11-12 First Place – Rachael Brown– Roger Middle School- Pearland ISD Second Place –Jaren Branch– Angleton Jr. High- AISD Ages 13-15 First Place –Brynna Willis-Brazosport Christian School Second Place – Jillian Garrett-Brazosport Christian School Third Place –Read More →
ANGLETON – The Martin Luther King Celebration Committee recently awarded six grants to local community and non- profit organizations. 1. Zion Temple Community Development Corporation Inc. (ZTCDC) – has four areas of focus education, economic development, community development, and social services. The Helping Hands Program aim is to provide support and assistance for people who are having hard times or may be disadvantaged. They aid families experiencing financial difficulties, are a resource for individuals seeking employment, and bring healthcare services to the community. They sponsor job fairs, healthcare fairs, food and school supplies giveaways, and family emergency financial assistance. Awarded $2,500.00 2. West Columbia ParksRead More →
“I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “The time is always right to do what is right.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Read More →
Many thanks to everyone that joined us in celebration during the parade and festival. Pictures from the event and activities may be viewed via the link below: 2022 MLKCC Parade & Festival pictures Read More →