Charity Observances

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Bubble Gum Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Thinking Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World NGO Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Marie Curie GreatDaffodil Appeal

Celebrate the impact of Red Cross Month and honor the heroes who bring hope during crises with their unwavering support and dedication.

A month of activities to highlight one of the most dangerous forms of cancer.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Shoe the World Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Wear A Hat Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Volunteer Month

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Childhelp National Day of Hope

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Volunteer Week.

We give a shirt! Get your team together and help tackle bowel cancer.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Rebuilding Day

This World Wish Day, raise your hand and help bring hope without limits to a child living with a critical illness.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.

Celebrate the healing touch of nature on World Therapeutic Horticulture Day and embrace the benefits of gardening for well-being.

The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton on May 21st 1881.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Hunger Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of Volunteers' Week in the UK.

Since 2009 The Big Lunch has been a 'thanksgiving' moment for neighbours and communities.

National Nonprofit Day gives us a moment to pause and reflect on the incredible work nonprofits do every day.

Find out the dates, history and background to Hunger Action Month

This international day is observed on the anniversary of the death of Mother Teresa, one of the most famous charity workers in history.

National Food Bank Day is recognized on the first Friday in September and encourages residents to commit or contribute to the cause in any way shape or form.

World's Biggest Coffee Morning is Macmillan Cancer Support's biggest fundraising event.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of World Homeless Day.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of UK Coffee Week.

This community service event that is held on the fourth Saturday in October.

Every November, many men in the UK grow a moustache as part of Movember and the range of charities they support.

Honor courage on National Survivors’ Day by wearing ribbons and showing support for those affected by sexual assault and abuse.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Philanthropy Day

Find out the dates, history and traditions of White Ribbon Day.

As the UK enters colder weather, Fuel Poverty Awareness Day aims to highlight the issues caused by fuel poverty.

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Day of Giving

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Roof Over Your Head Day

A unique chance for volunteers and organizations to celebrate their efforts, to share their values, and to promote their work.

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfil their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.