WASHINGTON, DC – The Society of Recovering Sorority Girls, through its founders Kristina “Morgan” Rose and Deandra “Brooksie” Brooks issue a call to philanthropic service in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  On Monday, January 15, federal offices, post offices, banks and many businesses will be closed in honor of Dr. King's legacy.

"If you don't have to go to work on Martin Luther King Day, you should invest that time in some type of philanthropic service or contribution," encouraged Brooksie.

Although federal legislation declaring the third Monday of January to be the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday was signed into law in 1983, the first national celebration took place on January 20, 1986.  Since 1994, the Corporation for National and Community Service has urged Americans to make the holiday a "day on."

"Martin Luther King Day should serve as a reminder that supporting charitable groups and activities is something that should be done throughout the year, and not just around the holidays," explained Morgan.  "It's especially important to help out during January as many organizations experience a post-holiday dip in support."

Morgan and Brooksie will continue their philanthropic service during the month of January by launching their fourth annual Project Cinderella.

"Philanthropic service doesn't mean you have to write a huge check," stated Brooksie.  "We urge people to do something that works for them, whether it's volunteering a few hours for a local civic organization or donating the clothes you no longer wear."

"If it helps your community or someone else, it's philanthropic service and that's what counts," concluded Morgan.

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