Our Mission

The mission of the Martin Luther King Breakfast Committee, Inc. is to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. the great dreamer of a vibrant, multiracial nation united in justice, peace and reconciliation and to promote social welfare by honoring Dr. King, an individual whose memory encourages interracial and intercultural cooperation and sharing and the continued elimination of prejudice and discrimination

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, is a United States holiday marking the birthdate of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In recognition of the life and everlasting legacy of Dr. King, the Martin Luther King Breakfast Committee, Inc. for more than two decades have been taking up the challenge of honoring Dr. King on the third Monday of January since 1986 by sponsoring a city-wide breakfast, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Breakfast, held on the national Martin Luther King holiday commemorating the fallen civil rights leader.

The Breakfast is a powerful tribute to Dr. King's philosophy and stature.  Every year, thousands of guests break bread and sit symbolically at “the Table of Brotherhood” to reflect upon values of courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility and service he taught us through his example. This Columbus flagship event is attended by

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1. Ecumenical and Interfaith organization leaders and persons from their membership

2. Political leaders and their constituencies, i.e. Governor, Mayor, etc.

3. Corporate leaders, staff  and employees

4. Elementary, secondary and higher education staff and students

5. Civil and social organization leaders and members

6. Labor unions and membership

7. Citizens of the community – the elderly, the homeless and clients from
   various helping hand organizations.  And many other citizens of Columbus
   and surrounding areas.

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We endeavor to keep Martin Luther King, Jr.’s great dream for America alive.