The 3rd Annual Citrus County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Gala is a beautiful celebration of community that unites state and local officials, business and civic leaders, residents, and Citrus County natives from near and far. Together, we commemorate the legacy, history, and heritage of Citrus County, Florida.
This event also supports our ongoing mission to preserve, maintain, advocate for, and beautify the Historic Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery, which dates to 1884.
We proudly honor leaders in Education, Community, Business, Healthcare, and Government—those who paved the way before us and left a lasting legacy. Funds raised from the Citrus County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Gala support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Historic Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
On August 28, 1963, during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his iconic words calling for civil and economic rights and an end to racism in the United States. Many of the individuals who continued that fight here in Citrus County are now laid to rest in Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery. We proudly share their stories as part of this important remembrance.
We are pleased to announce that the 3rd Annual Citrus County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Gala will take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the Citrus Springs Community Center in Citrus Springs, Florida.
This special event celebrates the collective achievements of Citrus County—and we warmly invite you to join us for an evening of inspiration, reflection, and community pride.
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Partner with us as a sponsor for our upcoming gala and demonstrate your dedication to strengthening our community. Your support will help preserve the historic legacy of Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Together, we can celebrate the past, uplift the present, and invest in a lasting future for Citrus County.
Help Support the Preservation of Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery
Come together with our community for a meaningful night dedicated to honoring the past and preserving the legacy of Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Your presence and support will help maintain this cherished historic site for generations to come.
We're proud to host a variety of cultural events and community activities designed to bring people together, celebrate our shared heritage, and enrich the lives of those in Citrus County. Come be a part of the connection, celebration, and community spirit!
Every Contribution Matters
Whether large or small, your support helps restore and maintain this sacred historical site, ensuring that Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery remains a place of remembrance, dignity, and community heritage.
Honor a Legacy
Make a contribution in memory of someone interred at Crystal Memorial Gardens, or in tribute to someone who made a lasting impact on your life. Your gift is a meaningful way to celebrate their legacy while helping preserve this sacred historical site for future generations.
Contribute to Our Silent Auction & Wine Pull
Help make the MLK Gala a success by donating a gift basket for our Silent Auction and/or a bottle of wine for our Wine Pull. Your generous donation will support community programs, cultural events, and the preservation of Crystal Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
"I Have a Dream" speech was delivered during the March on Washington for Jobs an Freedom on August 28, 1963. King called for civil and economic rights and an end to racism in the United States.
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