Fishers is set to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a host of activities aimed at spreading hope, kindness, and charitable efforts across the city. The annual celebration, organized by the City of Fishers, is aligning with the National Day of Service, offering residents multiple avenues to participate and make a positive impact.

Community Food Drive Takes Center Stage

Recognizing the heightened demand and decreased supplies at local food pantries following the holiday season, Fishers has joined forces with the Good Samaritan Network of Hamilton County and Memory Ventures to replenish these essential resources. The focal point of this effort will be a ‘Pack the Snowplow’ event scheduled for Monday, January 15, where food donations will be accepted at various locations across the city from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Residents can contribute to this cause by dropping off donations at designated spots, including all three Fishers Kroger stores, Holland Park, and Billericay Park. Additionally, an Amazon Wish List has been set up for online donations directly to the collection site. Donation needs can be found at ThisisFishers.com/MLK.

Ahead of the celebration on January 15, donation bins will be available at multiple locations in the city from January 8 to January 12, including the Hamilton East Public Library, Fishers YMCA, Fishers City Services Building, and Fishers Parks Headquarters.

Volunteer Opportunities Galore

For those eager to engage in hands-on support, volunteer opportunities are available throughout the weekend leading up to MLK Day. Volunteers can sign up to assist with the food drive and other activities by visiting VolunteerFishers.com.

Special Activities Promoting Dr. King’s Messages

Fishers invites its residents to embody Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s ideals.  In the lead-up to MLK Day, the Fishers Parks Maker Labs will be open for residents to create their own “I have a dream” yard signs from January 4 through 12 on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., free of charge and with all supplies provided.

On January 15, Holland Park and Billericay Park will host a kindness rock painting session from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Residents can decorate rocks with inspiring messages of love and kindness, aiming to brighten someone’s day. The supplies for this activity will also be provided free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information about Fishers’ MLK Day celebration and volunteer registration, residents can visit ThisIsFishers.com/MLK.