Letter to the Editor: What are you doing for others?

To honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Jasper County RSVP is planning a Walk-A-Thon on MLK Day, January 20th. Our Walk-A-Thon is called Walk for Hope and we will raise money and collect goods for Discover Hope here in Newton. Discover Hope offers hope and restoration to those struggling with addiction. RSVP members will walk the halls of DMACC on that morning at 10:00 am.

If you are interested in sponsoring a walker or contributing needed items, please drop off donations to the Iowa State Extension Office in the DMACC Building any time between now and Jan. 20. Our address is: 550 N. Second Ave. W., Newton. Checks can be made out to Discover Hope. Items that Discover Hope needs include: cleaning supplies, non-perishable food items, heavy duty paper plates, bowls, napkins, coffee and disposable coffee cups, and miscellaneous items like batteries and ziplock bags.

Dr. King’s famous quote “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” reminds us that service to others helps make a better life for all — including ourselves. Looking forward to seeing RSVP members for a walk for hope on Jan. 20, and we would love to have community support of the event.

Sarah Patterson

Newton