President-Elect Barack Obama has called for a National Day of Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day — Monday, Jan. 19.

In the President-Elect's own words:

"When you choose to serve — whether it’s your nation, your community or simply your neighborhood — you are connected to that fundamental American ideal that we want life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness not just for ourselves, but for all Americans. That’s why it’s called the American dream."

Ready to volunteer? Visit USAservice.org to find a service event taking place in your community, and sign up to take part.