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About Our Vision

The observance of the life of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. began in Teaneck, New Jersey as a Candlelight Ceremony upon his assassination on April 4, 1968. In subsequent years the Committee evolved to holding a celebration of Dr. King’s birthday in January. When a national holiday emerged, the observance has been held on the third Monday of January. This annual observance, held in various houses of worship, churches, and temples, is an inclusive, racial, religious, equitable service that attempts not only to remember Dr. King’s life but is an effort to raise awareness of human rights issues. In addition, recognition is given to community organizations that best exemplify the ideals of Dr. King and awards scholarships to high school students who excel academically and make significant contributions to their community through volunteerism. Our purpose is also to raise awareness of human rights issues by supporting organizations that best exemplify the ideals of Dr. King. This Bergen County Committee’s true mission is to address Dr. King’s Question:

“What have you done for others?”