Monday will be the official holiday commemorating the life, legacy and mission of peace Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. embarked upon.

For many, it’s a day off to catch up on a few hours of sleep. For many more, it will be a day in which to spend an hour or two working towards the dream of Dr. King: love, light and prosperity for all, regardless of race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or nationality.

Click here to learn ways in which an hour or two of time can be transformed into life-saving duties and tasks that help assist others.

Cicely C. Mitchell, 100.3 THE BULL/ Houston