BOSTON (WWLP) - The Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS) announced the launch of their '2025 Acts of Service Campaign' on Monday, a year-long statewide initiative that will focus on community projects intended to benefit veterans and their families. Cooley Dickinson Hospital awards $100K to agency supporting youth mental health The campaign was launched to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and provide support for Massachusetts veterans. EOVS is partnering with non-profit organizations and agencies based in Massachusetts and specializing in veteran services to reach communities across the state. “Dr. King’s vision for equity and service continues to inspire us all,” said Secretary Jon Santiago. “At the Executive Office of Veterans Services, we regularly hear stories about incredible individuals and organizations performing community service. This campaign shines a light on these unsung heroes and fosters a spirit of unity across Massachusetts.”  Service opportunities will be available both in person and digitally. A statewide day of service will also be held during EOVS' annual Veterans Week celebration in November. During this week, a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony will be held and significant contributions will be celebrated. The campaign website allows participants to submit their acts of service to share with others and recognize veterans throughout the year. Local News Headlines Tower Pizza to open in downtown Springfield Cammer Cup sled hockey tournament welcomes local celebrities and adaptive athletes for a cause Westfield residents celebrate Trump’s inauguration Harmony House seeks volunteers, recruitment event to be held in Chicopee WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.