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Brisbane committee plans MLK service project and youth essay/poetry contest to support survivors
Summary
Staff proposed a Martin Luther King Jr. service project to collect new goods and gift cards for a county partner—s client boutique, paired with an essay/poetry contest and short adult talks; the committee discussed Venmo donations, mailed newsletter inserts and timing to align with January/February events.
Staff asked the Idea Committee on Dec. 3 to repeat last year—s Martin Luther King Jr. service project and to add a poetry/essay contest modeled on a neighboring city—s program. The project would collect new household goods and gift cards for the county partner—s client boutique, while the contest would showcase youth entries and brief adult talks.
The packet described a county partner program (presented as "Kora" in the materials) and Tony's Closet, a boutique that serves clients transitioning from shelter housing. Staff said preferred donations include new household items and gift cards for retailers and gas stations so clients can purchase what they need. Committee members suggested enabling direct donations to the nonprofit, using the city—s Venmo to collect funds for bulk purchases of gift cards, and including an insert in the city—s mailed "star" newsletter to reach more residents.
On event format the committee favored a January submission period with finalists announced around Black History Month and a short award ceremony. Members discussed categories for youth and adults, five-minute talks for older participants, judging logistics and asking local businesses for donated gift certificates as prizes.
Staff will coordinate details with the county partner, confirm a timeline for a January/February schedule and return with sample contest rules, donation instructions and suggested outreach materials.
