On what day is National Philanthropy Day celebrated? November 15
What is National Philanthropy Day? Philanthropy is defined as “the love for humankind”. This day is used to show appreciation to those who give back to humanity through charitable donations and/or volunteering at humanitarian organizations.
Who founded this day? The creator of National Philanthropy Day was the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 1985, but it was Ronald Reagan who shined a light on the day by declaring November 15 as National Philanthropy Day in 1986.
What is the hashtag? Use #NationalPhilanthropyDay when posting to social media.
How to celebrate: Here’s how you can help your local community or charities important to you this November 15:
- Grab a few friends and volunteer for the day.
- Make a charitable donation. This doesn’t only mean money. Try dropping off cans at a meal center or donate clothes to a donation center.
- Educate yourself on current humanitarian needs.
What other national days are there for philanthropy?
- Mar 13- National Good Samaritan Day
- July 15- National Give Something Away Day
- Sep 5- International Day of Charity
- Oct 27- National Make a Difference Day
- Nov 27- National Day of Giving
There are many other national days relating to kindness. In fact, National Day Archives has a separate category just for kindness and encouragement!