×

Special Event

MLK Day at Kenderton Elementary School

January 19, 2026

09:00 AM - 02:30 PM EST

Philadelphia Platoon

Event overview

Join Us for a Day of Service at Kenderton Elementary! 🌱

This MLK Day, let’s honor Dr. King's legacy by rolling up our sleeves and giving back to our community in a meaningful way.

Kenderton Elementary School, nestled in the heart of North Philadelphia, has asked for our help—and we’re answering the call. Together, we’ll:

- Brighten the lunchroom with a fresh coat of paint to create a welcoming space for students
- Beautify the stairwells to uplift the daily walk of every child and teacher
- Build planter benches and an indoor garden to bring nature and joy into the school halls

Whether you're handy with a paintbrush, love working with your hands, or simply want to make a difference, your time and energy will go a long way.

Come be part of something special. Let’s transform a school, uplift a neighborhood, and celebrate the power of community.

Type

Special Event

What To Wear

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

Accessibility

Jobs available for persons with limited mobility

What to Bring

A great attitude!!!

Who's Invited

Groups
Teens
Adults (21+)
Seniors (55+)
Adults (18+)

Event Contact

event contact
Trifrena Jones
tryphena6524@gmail.com 2675970964

When and where

Date

January 19, 2026

Time

09:00 AM - 02:30 PM (EST)

Location

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 W. Ontario Street
Philadelphia, PA

Parking Information

Street Parking near Venue

1500 W. Ontario Street Philadelphia, PA. 19140

Who We Are

The Mission Continues is a national non-profit that empowers veterans to continue serving in our nation’s under-resourced communities, giving veterans the opportunity to keep serving even after the uniform comes off, right here at home. Our programs deploy veterans and volunteers to work alongside nonprofit partners and community leaders to improve educational resources, tackle food insecurity, foster neighborhood identity, and more.  

Who should volunteer?

Our service projects are for all veterans with a desire to continue their service and for all non-veterans that want to be part of a nationwide movement to transform communities. Please note, age and accessibility accommodations can be made at any project. There is room for everyone to make an impact. 

How to volunteer 

Click “Attend” to fill in simple volunteer information. You will get an email confirmation and updates about this event through your choice of email and text messages. 

What is a Service Platoon? 

Service Platoons are your opportunity to engage and connect with veterans and community members while generating community impact in a real and tangible way. Led by veteran volunteer platoon leaders, each platoon works with dedicated community partners and volunteers to provide the manpower and support that they need to help them do their work more effectively. 

We currently have service platoons in more than 40+ cities across the country that are having events at least once a month. Everyone is invited to serve, regardless of veteran status: a service platoon is for you if you have a passion for service. 

join form banner

Not ready to volunteer?

Get platoon updates

I agree to the processing of Personal data

support banner

SUPPORT OUR WORK IN COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY

Your donation goes a long way into ensuring that veterans are able to connect and make an impact in their home communities.

Donate
Set Your Location
Please enter your location to show events near you
OR