On Monday, January 20, United Way of the Midlands (UWM) is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at two special community events. Both events will be held at The Venue at the Highlander, 2120 N. 30th Street, Omaha, NE, and have reached full capacity due to high interest. This enthusiasm reflects the metro-area’s spirit of service and community collaboration.
The first event is the Third Annual MLK Day Luncheon from Noon – 1:30 p.m. Provided in partnership with Big Mama’s Kitchen and Catering, Aleece’s Sugar Shoppe, Rib Shack Smokehouse, Black Men United and UWM – the event will include a special program featuring Wayne Brown, president and CEO of the Urban League of Nebraska, and a free meal for individuals who pre-registered for the event.
In recognition of the National Day of Service, the second event of the day is a MLK Volunteer Event at the Highlander from 2 – 4 p.m. During the event, presented by UWM’s Good on the Go program, community volunteers will assemble 2,000 snack pack kits for Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands, Bright Minds, Empowerment Network and You Turn. With more than 70 volunteers signed up, this event will help make a tangible impact for members of the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro.
“We are so excited to join forces with many of our nonprofit partners, local businesses and community members to honor Dr. King’s work and celebrate the impact of service,” said Shawna Forsberg, president and CEO, UWM. “Volunteerism has the power to unite us, create meaningful change and strengthen the fabric of our community, embodying Dr. King’s vision of a better world. We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors Fiserv, KPMG, McGrath North and NP Dodge for their dedication to making a difference and for supporting the day’s activities.”
For additional information on both MLK Day events, go to: UnitedWayMidlands.org/MLKDay.
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About United Way of the Midlands:
Since 1923, United Way of the Midlands (UWM) has served the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro by bridging the business and not-for-profit sectors and raising money to support our community’s most impactful health and human service programs. UWM’s funded programs and direct services – like 211 and JAG Nebraska – focus on four key areas to improve health and well-being for all, build financial stability and strength, help young people realize their full potential and address urgent needs today to advance a better tomorrow. Learn more at UnitedWayMidlands.org.