Fundraising Objectives
All proceeds beyond event expenses will go towards the following causes:
- Providing scholarships for deserving youth
Since inception in 2006, MLK Dream Weekend has executed and/or partnered with local organizations to bring the following events and initiatives to the greater Greenville community:
- Diversity Banquet Speakers
- 2006 – Dr. Bernice King
- 2007 – Martin Luther King III
- 2008 – Terrence Roberts and Little Rock Nine
- 2009 – Les Brown
- 2010 – Lynn Whitfield
- 2011 – Coach Herman Boone
- 2012 – Roland Martin
- 2013 – Nikki Giovanni
- Health Fair & Blood Drive
- Job Fair
- Career Workshops
- Economic Empowerment Initiatives
- Business Creation & Development Workshop
- 5k Unity Race & 1 Mile Fun Walk
- Kid Biz (teaches kids business basics)
- Voter Registration Drives
- Young Dreamers’ Day
- Youth Community Service Projects
- Youth Play, “Where do we Go From Here”
- Youth Talent Showcase
- Multi-cultural Fair
- Sisters Speak & Brothers Speak Youth Forums
- Coretta Scott King Candlelight Vigil
- Teen Dream Night Talent Competition
- Champions of Dreams Community Day
- Non-profit Showcase
- Service Projects
- Day of Dreams/Dreams in Action
- Unity Walk & Prayer Vigil
- Community Day of Service
- Win a Dream Contest
- Scholarships