National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

About National American Red Cross Founder’s Day

Clarissa Harlowe Barton, known as Clara, is one of the most honored women in American history. Barton risked her life to bring supplies and support to soldiers in the field during the Civil War. She founded the American Red Cross in 1881, at age 59, and led it for the next 23 years.

17Aug

National Thrift Shop Day

• Charity
• USA

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

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1Sep

Hunger Action Month

• Charity
• USA

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

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2Sep

National Food Bank Day

• Charity
• USA

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.

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22Oct

National Make A Difference Day

• Charity
• USA

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

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National Famine Commemoration Day

• History
• Ireland

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Famine Commemoration Day in Ireland.

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National Memo Day

• General
• USA

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

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National Strawberries and Cream Day

• Food
• USA

Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Strawberries and Cream Day

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National Waitstaff Day

• General
• USA

Here's a tip - why not dedicate this day to those who bring the food and drink to our tables.

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