Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Commission, San Antonio

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Thank you to Spurs forward for his support of the MLK Scholarship Fund and his continued commitment to the San Antonio community.

Because of his generosity, more young people are being supported, celebrated, and empowered to carry Dr. King’s dream forward.

Good luck in Game 3 tonight!

Join us May 28 for the King’s Dream Community Celebration as we come together to recognize scholarship recipients, community leaders, and the folks helping carry Dr. King’s vision forward here in San Antonio. Hope to see y’all there. Link in bio.

We’re grateful to our MLK sponsors for their continued support. Their generosity helps make this the largest march honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and helps grow our scholarship fund for the next generation. Please support the businesses and organizations that support this work.

Checkout the link in our bio.

“Whether it was serving on a city commission, working as a school counselor or stepping in as a volunteer for community events, you could always count on Mia Morris to find a way to help others, her friends and city leaders say.”

Civic leader Mia Morris leaves a legacy of service, volunteerism From serving on the Martin Luther King Jr. Commission to working as a school counselor, Mia Morris dedicated her life to helping others, community leaders say.

“The City of San Antonio MLK Commission mourns the passing of our beloved Chair of the Commemorative Program, Mia Morris.

Mia passed away on Saturday after a courageous battle with diabetes. Her contributions to our commission and community were truly unmatched. Thoughtful, consistent, deliberate, and always communicative, Mia brought dedication and integrity to everything she did. She approached her role with passion and purpose, ensuring our commemorative program was a vibrant celebration of community, local artists, and local talent.

Mia’s leadership and vision made a lasting impact, and she will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of working with her. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time.

Her legacy of fostering community, creativity, and unity will continue to inspire us. We are thankful for her unwavering commitment and the beautiful memories she leaves behind.

Rest in peace, Mia. Your spirit and contributions will forever be part of our community’s heart.”

-MLK Commission Chair Dr. Doshie Piper and MLK Commissioners

The San Antonio MLK Commission joins the nation in mourning Rev. Jesse Jackson. He carried forward Dr. King’s legacy and never stopped fighting for social and racial justice. We’re grateful for his lifetime of faith-driven leadership and his unwavering commitment to dignity for working people. We’ll honor his legacy by keeping the work moving forward.

Reminder: the MLK Scholarship deadline is coming up. If you’re planning to apply, don’t wait til the last minute. Get it in and share this with a student who should go for it.

https://www.sa.gov/Directory/Departments/CE/Special-Events/MLK/Scholarships-and-Contests/Scholarship

Thank you again for your donation Mr. & Mrs. Barnes 🤎✊🏽

Always looking for meaningful ways to give back, Spurs forward Harrison Barnes and his wife, Brittany, surprised San Antonio's MLK Commission with a $50,000 gift to its scholarship program.

The gift comes nearly one year after the couple donated $250,000 to the AlamoPROMISE program. bit.ly/4r6ioHp

Diversity Unites Us: Love Leads Us and Action Propels Us.

This Friday, January 23 at 11:00 AM CT, join us at St. Paul Square on Sycamore Street as youth from across Bexar County unveil the MLK Youth Empowerment Mural, a permanent public artwork guided by acclaimed San Antonio artist Kaldric Dow.