Living The Dream Inc.
On April 4, 1968 the dreamer passed away but before he left us, he inspired us with his thoughts, his words and his dream. For twenty-three years Living the Dream, Inc. has committed to spreading the message of the dreamer throughout the Topeka community.
History:
Living the Dream, Inc., began in 1985 when Robert Bugg, a noted leader in the community, called together a group of people from all walks of life, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, to plan an event to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The goals of Living the Dream, Inc., are to enhance Dr. King’s philosophy of nonviolence throughout the year, to recognize and teach human understanding, and to promote academic excellence. Toward these goals, Living the Dream, Inc., provides scholarships to students that meet scholastic requirements set forth by the Living the Dream Board.
Annually, in honor of Dr. King, Living the Dream, Inc., recognizes individuals, organizations, and corporations for their outstanding contributions to the Topeka and Shawnee County community. Emphasis is placed on acknowledging those who often go unnoticed.
Since 1985, the Board has sponsored an annual black-tie gala in honor of Dr. King. In 1988, the first Celebrity Fashion Show was held.
The year of 2002 was a breakthrough for the Topeka community and the Living the Dream, Inc.’s Board. Thirty corporations, businesses, schools, and organizations joined forces and the Living the Dream Business Partners Board was formed. The two boards have worked together in conjunction and now a nine-day celebration is held in the name of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In 2007 the Living the Dream Foundation of Kansas was established.
Contact person: Shelley Ramos, Day Of Community Service Coordinator, (phone), (email)
Address:
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3721 SE Evans DriveTopeka, KS 66609(See a map) |
Web Site: http://ltdtopeka.com
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No one reports to this address for volunteering. |
| Last updated on December 29, 2008 |
