Each year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, communities across the country come together to honor Dr. King’s legacy, not just in words but through action. For the third consecutive year, TEKsystems volunteers did exactly that by rolling up their sleeves and supporting 12 ToolBanks nationwide, with more than 300 employees participating in their annual MLK Day of Service.

From building picnic tables and park benches to assembling tools and organizing storage systems, TEKsystems teams showed up ready to serve—and their impact was felt across the ToolBank Network.

Service in Action: Cincinnati ToolBank

At the Cincinnati ToolBank, the day was all about building for the future. TEKsystems volunteers tackled hands-on projects like constructing picnic tables and park benches that will soon support community-based organizations across the region. What made the day especially meaningful was the spirit behind the work. This year’s service project was truly a family affair, with several volunteers bringing their kids along to help with the builds. Seeing young people learn the value of service firsthand was a powerful reminder of why MLK Day matters.

And no Cincinnati ToolBank volunteer day would be complete without Jet, the ToolBank’s four-legged supervisor, keeping a close eye on the action and offering morale boosts throughout the day🐾.

Building Capacity in Detroit and Beyond

TEKsystems volunteers also played a key role in helping prepare the new Detroit ToolBank, assembling tools and organizing storage systems that will soon support nonprofits and volunteers throughout the city. This behind-the-scenes work lays the foundation for long-term community impact—ensuring Detroit’s ToolBank can serve efficiently from day one.

Meanwhile, teams supported efforts at the Denver ToolBank Disaster Services Hub, helping prepare critical equipment and tools for disaster response and recovery. Their work strengthens ToolBank Disaster Services’ ability to quickly mobilize when communities need help the most.

A Nationwide Effort with Local Impact

In total, TEKsystems volunteers supported ToolBanks in the following locations during their 2026 MLK Day of Service:

1. Atlanta
2. Baltimore
3. Charlotte
4. Chicago (Windy City ToolBank)
5. Cincinnati
6. Detroit
7. Houston
8. New Orleans
9. Phoenix
10. Richmond
11. ToolBank Disaster Services – Dallas
12. ToolBank Disaster Services – Denver

This nationwide effort demonstrates a strong dedication to service and collaboration, grounded in the belief that vibrant communities are created when people unite with purpose.

Honoring Dr. King Through Continued Commitment

As TEKsystems marks its third year supporting ToolBanks for MLK Day of Service, their continued involvement speaks volumes. By investing time, talent, and teamwork, their volunteers help remove barriers for nonprofits and ensure tools are available where and when they’re needed most.

We’re grateful for partners like TEKsystems who honor Dr. King’s legacy not just for one day, but year after year by putting service into action across communities nationwide.