The Mission Continues MLK Day of Service

The Mission Continues Comes to Montevallo! The Mission Continues - Birmingham Platoon, in collaboration with the city of Montevallo is incredibly excited to extend an invitation to all individuals, organizations & community stakeholders for the inaugural platoon service project. This service project is one of many other programs happening nationwide as part of The Mission Continues national service campaign - MLK Day of Service - to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his vital role as a prominent leader of the civil rights movement. The project will kickoff Phase I of the comprehensive plans brought forth by The Mission Continues - Birmingham Platoon leadership that outlines needed repairs & improvements to one of the city’s vital park & recreation areas that our citizens use daily. The event will be held at George Daily Park in front of historic Montevallo Middle School, formerly Prentice High School; a segregated school for African Americans prior to the passing of federal education legislation during the civil rights movement. Volunteers have the opportunity to participate in several improvement projects such as: -park cleanup -lite demolition -garbage & rubbish disposal -lawn care -painting -horticulture & beautification -minor improvements to existing park areas -minor repairs to existing park areas -basic new construction -phase II project planning The service project environment will be very lite, upbeat, fast-paced & rewarding. It will feature refreshments for non registered participants & a DJ to set the mood while great things are happening for our city. Registered attendees will receive free breakfast & lunch, a custom event shirt, & be eligible for great prizes & some exclusive TMC swag. Get to know your local Birmingham platoon leadership, familiarize yourself & your organization with The Mission Continues national mission, & if your ready... join the Platoon! See you at the park! Pat Johnson Platoon Leader Birmingham Platoon The Mission Continues pjohnson@missioncontinues.org www.missioncontinues.org (205)902-2204 REPORTING FOR DUTY IN YOUR COMMUNITY We may have taken off the uniform, but that doesn’t mean we stop serving. We empower veterans to continue their service, and empower communities with veteran talent, skills, and preparedness to generate visible impact. Join us in serving again—in your community.

Type

Service Project

What To Wear

TMC blues, Clothes that can get dirty, Cold weather, Closed-Toe Shoes

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible site and bathrooms;Handicap Parking available;Jobs available for persons with limited mobility

What to Bring

A great attitude, work gloves, safety glasses, 5mil construction grade trash bags, & comfortable clothing.

Inclement Weather

Should lightning occur within a 3 mile radius, platoon leader shall temporarily cease operations.

Who's Invited

Groups
Kids (under 13)
Teens
Adults (21+)
Seniors (55+)
Adults (18+)