Volunteer: Knit-a-Thon -Viterbo MLK JR. Day of Service - Jan. 19, 2026The Knit-a-Thon returns for its 9th MLK Jr. Day of making a difference. Since 2018, under the leadership of Kristen Nyholm, volunteers have knitted and stitched 5" x 5" squares into blankets made with care by members of the Viterbo community. These blankets are now donated to Mayo Hospital for patients and children through the Child Life Program. No sewing or knitting experience is needed. Kristen and returning participants will guide newcomers. The group will meet in the Fine Arts Center Hospitality Suite. A Service Saturdays team member will email confirmation and details by Sunday, January 18. Registration closes on Friday, January 16. Please review the information on the main Initiative page for details about our day and important reminders! Timeline for MLK Day of Service, Learning, & Celebration: 8:45-9:20 a.m. -Light breakfast and Send-off, FSPA Lobby9:30-11:45 a.m.- Service at various projects/locations 12-1 p.m.- Lunch- Viterbo CafeteriaAgency: Viterbo University The Knit-a-Thon returns for its 9th MLK Jr. Day of making a difference. Since 2018, under the leadership of Kristen Nyholm, volunteers have knitted and stitched 5" x 5" squares into blankets made with care by members of the Viterbo community. These blankets are now donated to Mayo Hospital for patients and children through the Child Life Program. No sewing or knitting experience is needed. Kristen and returning participants will guide newcomers. The group will meet in the Fine Arts Center Hospitality Suite. A Service Saturdays team member will email confirmation and details by Sunday, January 18. Registration closes on Friday, January 16. Please review the information on the main Initiative page for details about our day and important reminders! Timeline for MLK Day of Service, Learning, & Celebration: 8:45-9:20 a.m. -Light breakfast and Send-off, FSPA Lobby9:30-11:45 a.m.- Service at various projects/locations 12-1 p.m.- Lunch- Viterbo CafeteriaAgency: Viterbo University Need Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 54601 Allow Groups: Yes |