2011 Fundraising Objectives
All proceeds beyond event expenses will go towards the following causes:
- Providing scholarships for deserving youth
- Transforming dreams of Greenville citizens into actions
- Providing recognition and monetary award to local citizens that represent the values of Dr. & Mrs. King through the MLK Dream Keeper Award and CSK Dream Keeper Award to further the pursuit of their dreams
- Supporting local organizations whose mission is to help further the dreams and quality of life for individuals in the Greenville community
Past Events
During its first five years of existence, MLK Dream Weekend, executed and/or partnered with local organizations to bring the following events and initiatives to the greater Greenville community:
- Diversity Banquet
- Past Speakers: 2006 – Dr. Bernice King; 2007 – Martin Luther King III; 2008 – Terrence Roberts, Little Rock Nine; 2009 Les Brown; 2010 Lynn Whitfield
- 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
- Day of Dreams