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500²ÊƱÍø (MSM) marked a historic milestone by launching the inaugural 500²ÊƱÍøDay of Service on April 1, 2025. As the official kickoff to MSM’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Week, this day was dedicated to serving communities across Georgia, reinforcing our mission of advancing health equity and social responsibility. 

To make the greatest impact, 500²ÊƱÍøcampuses were closed for work and classes, allowing faculty, students and staff to fully participate — except for those in clinical settings providing direct patient care. Morehouse Healthcare remained open to continue serving patients while the broader 500²ÊƱÍøcommunity engaged in service initiatives across multiple counties. 

A Few Key Highlights from 500²ÊƱÍøDay of Service

• Nearly 5,000 service hours were recorded in 24 hours
• More than 1,200 faculty, staff and students participated across 27 organizations
• Visited 49 service sites across Fulton, Dekalb, Cobb, Clayton and Henry counties
• Donated and packed 900 snack bags to CURE Childhood Cancer to share with kids who have lengthy appointments in the outpatient clinic
• Sorted, packed and delivered 1,700 bags of toiletries and snack bags for women and children unhoused at Seven Bridges to Recovery
• 80 volunteers joined Dean Tyndall to clean, organize, perform data research and clean robots at The Johnson STEM Activity Center for six hours

 

From mentoring children and supporting environmental initiatives, to helping seniors and vulnerable populations, 500²ÊƱÍøvolunteers stepped up in a big way. Their dedication and hard work made a meaningful difference, proving the power of service and community engagement. Whether organizing resources, lending a helping hand, or simply showing up for those in need, every act of service contributed to the day’s success. 

This inaugural 500²ÊƱÍøDay of Service was more than a single day of volunteering — it was a powerful demonstration of our institution’s legacy of service and a testament to the lasting impact we strive to make in the communities we serve. By stepping into neighborhoods and engaging directly with those in need, our participants strengthened their understanding of the vital connection between healthcare and community well-being. 

As we continue celebrating 50 years of excellence, the spirit of service ignited on April 1 will remain at the heart of MSM’s mission.  Thank you to everyone who made the first-ever 500²ÊƱÍøDay of Service a success! 

 

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Michael Martin is a content strategist who believes in crafting compelling stories that inspire and connect. With a pen for storytelling, he brings the journeys of future physicians to life, highlighting their impact and dedication to healthcare.

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