On Monday, January 19, 2026, we celebrate the life and work of civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  In honor of this holiday, those who wish to donate to a charity can view CharityWatch’s list of Top-Rated Civil Rights & Social Justice nonprofits to identify efficient and effective organizations to support.

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