Serve with Purpose: MLK Day of Service at Shady Lane Elementary

Join the Travis Manion Foundation Columbus, Ohio Service Platoon on January 17th as we come together to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through meaningful community service. In the spirit of Dr. King’s call to action, we’re turning words into impact—one act of service at a time.

Our mission for the day is to support Shady Lane Elementary School by creating a more organized, welcoming, and functional space for students and staff. Whether you love organizing, building, or just lending a helping hand, there’s a role for everyone.

What We’ll Be Doing

• Sorting and organizing donated clothing into labeled bins
• Assembling storage racks and coat racks for student use
• Cleaning and organizing the school’s nurse’s office

This project is about more than tidying up—it’s about ensuring students have access to the resources they need in a space that shows care, dignity, and respect.

Why It Matters

Dr. King reminded us that “everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” By volunteering your time and energy, you’re helping build stronger communities and living out that message in a real, tangible way.

Come ready to work, connect, and make a difference. Together, we’ll honor Dr. King’s legacy through service and leave Shady Lane Elementary a little brighter than we found it.

We can’t wait to serve alongside you.