“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”  

As we honor and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., his powerful words from decades ago resonate deeply with our mission.  

“The time is always right to do what is right.”

“At the center of non-violence stands the principle of love.”

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”

“True peace is not merely the absence of tension; it is the presence of justice.” 

Staff members are attending the annual MLK Holiday Celebration today and joining the Freedom March, walking in solidarity with our community to honor Dr. King’s message of equality and action. 

We were also grateful to host an incredible group of University of Kentucky volunteers for their MLK Day of Service over the weekend. They helped us organize our shelter’s basement in preparation for incoming Shop & Share donations on February 8.