Our Mission
To preserve the memory and legacy of Dr. King’s work and ideals. The Society is committed to embracing his dream through remembrance, reflection, and recommitment, while promoting ongoing interracial, interfaith, and intercultural programs that reflect his mission, prayers, and vision. With a steadfast focus on nonviolence and a nonpolitical approach, the Society emphasizes unity, justice, and love in all its initiatives.
Our vision
To realize the dream of equality, justice, and unity championed by
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., serving as a transformative force for our community.
About Us
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Society, Inc., based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is a
501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the life, work, and
legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Through diverse programs and events, the Society strives
to inspire individuals and communities to carry forward his vision of equality, justice, and
unity, fostering a better future for all.
What we do
MLK Parade
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Society hosts the third-largest
annual MLK Day Parade in honor of Dr. King’s legacy. Participants of all ages are welcome
to join in the historic Greenwood District, where educational activities and community
events are held to inspire the next generations with Dr. King's dream.
Commemoration Society
In addition to the parade, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Society hosts an annual Commemoration Service, where music, inspiring speeches, and a student-led recitation of Dr. King’s "I Have a Dream" speech offer moments of reflection and celebration. The Walk in Peace invites the community to participate in a march reminiscent of Dr. King’s peaceful demonstrations, promoting unity and reflection.
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded annually to deserving students who best exemplify Dr. King’s legacy through their applications, furthering his dream by supporting educational opportunities. The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Society also presents “The Keeping the Dream Alive Award” each year to recognize individuals who embody the principles of justice, love and equality championed by Dr. King.
