Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy by joining Riverdale Y in building a more compassionate and equitable world. Together, we’ll address food insecurity, foster social connections, and strengthen community bonds.

Our Goals

• $54,000 raised to empower community action.
• 1,000 volunteers mobilized.
• Greater awareness and connection through service.

Event Highlights

January 1–19: Prepare for Service

• 54 Miles to Impact Art Exhibit: Create a collaborative art installation inspired by Dr. King's 54-mile march from Selma to Montgomery, featuring community contributions and reflections. The installation will be displayed at the Riverdale Y from January 19 to January 26 and available digitally.
• Contribute in person, via email to anyashina@riverdaley.org, or through Padlet [here] by January 17. Additional submissions can be made on January 20. Exhibit runs from January 19 to January 26.

January 19: Blood Drive

• Time: 9 AM–4 PM
• Location: Multi-Purpose Room (MPR), Riverdale Y
• Save lives by donating blood in partnership with the New York Blood Center. Sign up here.

January 20: Day of Service

• Meal Packing: Help fight global hunger with Rise Against Hunger.
• Hygiene Kits: Support the vulnerable in our local community.
• Art Exhibit: Add your voice to our '54 Miles' interactive community project—share your drawings, reflections, and messages of justice to create a shared journey toward equality.

How to Get Involved

• Volunteer: Sign up for impactful service opportunities.
• Donate: $36 cares for vulnerable in our community.
• Share: Post your experience using #MLKDayRiverdaleY and add your voice to make a difference!

Transform service into action and action into change. Join us this January and make your life impactful!