Montclair-Based Sorority Donates Clothes, Meals To Salvation Army For MLK Day

MONTCLAIR, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of the Montclair Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, members of the Omicron Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated donated hundreds of bags of bed linens, new clothing, and canned goods, then prepared and served a hot meal for residents of The Salvation Army Montclair Citadel. The annual service initiative is an MLK Day tradition for the 100-member Montclair-based chapter, which marks its 42nd anniversary this year.

The program featured Mary Bentley LaMar, the 34th North Atlantic Regional Director of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and a member of Omicron Xi Omega Chapter, who directed residents and guests in singing traditional freedom songs associated with the civil rights movement led by Dr. King. Chapter members also shared fun facts about the historical movement and engaged participants in games with prizes.

“Serving at the Montclair Salvation Army Citadel on MLK Day is our signature program,” said Candace Jefferson, president of Omicron Xi Omega Chapter. “We return each year to support a trusted community partner while honoring Dr. King’s legacy through service, fellowship, and reflection that uplifts everyone involved.”

Chartered in 1984, Omicron Xi Omega Chapter has a long-standing commitment to year-round service in the Greater Montclair area, with an emphasis on supporting unhoused and food-insecure populations. The sorority’s national “We Are One” AKA Service Day mobilized chapters across all regions to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through impactful community service.

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