PRESS RELEASE
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January 20, XXXX

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Jane Doe, (555) 555-1234

VOLUNTEERS HONOR DR. KING BY
RENOVATING LOCAL SCHOOL

Martin Luther King Day was a "day on, not a day off" for local students, parents, teachers, and other volunteers who brought new life to Lakeview Elementary School on Monday.

"We saw this as a time to get others involved in their community, and to serve with people of all ages and backgrounds," said Nancy Jones, director of the Neighborhood Service Alliance, which coordinated the service project. "The best way for young people to learn about Dr. King's legacy is to get involved themselves."

Joining students, teachers, and parents were AmeriCorps members from the Lakeview Service Corps, volunteers with the Seniors in Schools Program, and community volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. The volunteers painted the school's hallways, designed a mural honoring Dr. King, and stocked the library with books about Dr. King.

The service project was one of hundreds of activities held in states and cities nationwide to honor the legacy of Dr. King. In 1994, Congress passed the King Holiday and Service Act, directing the King Center and the Corporation for National and Community Service to carry out a day of service reflecting Dr. King's life and teachings.

David Eisner, chief executive officer of the Corporation for National and Community Service, said, "Martin Luther King said, 'Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.' We honor the life and legacy of Dr. King by doing things that help others and strengthen communities."

For more information about the national day of service, please visit www.mlkday.gov.

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