Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. Community Center

is a multi-service agency providing nutritional, educational, social and referral services to hundreds of individuals and families throughout Newport County. Incorporated in 1922 and renamed in honor of Dr. King in 1968, the MLK is one of Newport’s oldest grassroots organizations. The privately funded, non-profit community center offers the area’s highest-volume food pantry and only daily meal site, plus a comprehensive roster of educational and enrichment programs.

Hunger Programs

The MLK Community Center provides food assistance and nutritional education to anyone in need throughout Newport County. Our Breakfast Program provides a nutritious daily meal. The Feed a Friend Food Pantry provides non-perishable food items, frozen meat, fresh produce, bread, and hygiene products in additional to Thanksgiving and Holiday baskets.

Educational Programs

The children’s educational and enrichment programs at the MLK Community Center are designed to challenge our students academically, promote leadership, help students gain self-confidence, and become strong leaders in their families, schools, and communities. We offer programming for children aged 3 and older in a caring and supportive environment.

Community Programs

The Community Programs of the MLK Community Center are constantly expanding to meet the needs of our ever-changing community. With the resources of committed staff members, volunteers, board members, and donors, we provide innovative enrichment and educational programming and support to a diverse group of neighbors.

Upcoming Events

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Funda Fest

Join us at 2pm on Sunday, January 22, for the 14th annual Funda Fest, brought to you by the Rhode Island Black Storytellers. The Family Storytelling Concerts promises to be an exciting event for the whole family.