SOLVE Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Volunteer Events

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Want to give back on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? SOLVE has multiple volunteer opportunities happening throughout Portland.

Since 1969, SOLVE’s mission has been bringing Oregonians together to improve the environment and build a legacy of stewardship. The nonprofit mobilizes volunteers to areas around the state and partners with generous donors.

Events are family-friendly and open to kids and adults of all ages. Registration is required for each event. Events are capped to a specific number of participants.

Check out more MLK Day events here.

Here’s a list of events during SOLVE Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.

SOLVE Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Volunteer Events

Here are volunteer activities you can sign up for on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 20, 2025. SOLVE provides supplies. I’d recommend bringing your own work gloves and wearing sturdy shoes. Be sure to dress for the weather.

Downtown Hillsboro

Attend the third Monday of every month Tidy Up Downtown Hillsboro. The service day focuses on litter clean up and graffiti removal.

The event is Monday, January 20, from 9 a.m.-noon meeting at First Congregational Church, 494 E Main St. in Hillsboro. Register here.

Irving Park

SOLVE invites you to celebrate Dr. King by joining a cleanup event at Irving Park. Volunteers will be sent to the area surrounding MLK Boulevard to pick up litter.

The event is Monday, January 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Irving Park, 707 NE Fremont St. in Portland. Register here.

Mary S. Young Park

Help SOLVE restore forest areas at Mary S Young Park in West Linn. Activities may include removing invasive plants, mulching native plants, planting native shrubs and trees and trail maintenance. Snacks are provided. Bring a water bottle with you.

The event is on Monday, January 20, from 9-12 p.m. at Mary S. Young Park, 19900 Highway 43 in West Linn. Register here.