On what day is National Nonprofit Day? August 17
What is National Nonprofit Day? This day takes pause to bring awareness and empowerment to all of the nonprofits around the nation. According to the National Center for Charitable Statistics, there are over 1.5 million registered nonprofits in the United States. Nonprofit organizations help our communities by providing services such as:
- Food banks
- Building affordable housing
- Providing legal counsel at little to no cost
- Education
- After-school programs and daycare centers
- Medical treatment and education
Who founded this day? This day was created by Sherita J. Herring, a best-selling author and acclaimed speaker.
What is the hashtag? Use the hashtag #NationalNonprofitDay when sharing on social media.
How to celebrate: Celebrate this day by helping your local community. Here are a few ideas on how you can get involved:
- Educate yourself on the needs of your community.
- Volunteer at local nonprofit organizations like food banks or shelters.
- Consider being a regular volunteer at a program like Big Brother Big Sisters of America or the YMCA
There are many other national days on our website. Try browsing one of our categories, or even create your own!