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World Environment Day
First held in 1974 by the United Nations, World Environment Day–celebrated worldwide on June 5th each year–is a day for raising awareness about environmental issues…
End America’s Gun Epidemic
The United States faces a devastating public health crisis of gun violence. Guns are responsible for a significant share of deaths in America, including those…
Women’s Health Month
May is Women’s Health Month, a time when we focus on the importance of taking care of ourselves and our health. This month is an…
Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 10 marks the celebration of Military Spouse Appreciation Day, a time to honor and recognize the immense contributions made by military spouses in supporting…
Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer. In addition to the skin, melanoma may also occur in mucous membranes – thin, moist layers of tissue that cover surfaces…
This Place Matters: How to Celebrate Preservation Month This May
Established by America’s Charities’ member, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, in 1973, Preservation Month has become a month long event celebrated in May each…
This Older Americans Month, Help Fight Senior Hunger
Older Americans Month, which was originally called “Senior Citizens Month” and takes place in May each year, was designated in 1963 by President John F.…
May is National Pet Month
Whether they are just being cute, goofy, and playful, or are providing assistance to people with disabilities, disorders, or impairments, pets contribute so much love…
National Military Appreciation Month
 Initiated by the United States Congress in 1999, National Military Appreciation Month is held each May as a time to thank service members and their…
Annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend
Click here to find more ways to honor fallen firefighters during the national memorial weekend. Every May, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation sponsors the official national…
Bike to Work This Month!
40% of all trips in the U.S. are less than two miles, making bicycling a feasible and fun way to get to work. Established in…
May is Mental Health Month: Raise Awareness, Erase the Stigma, and Get Support!
Mental health is essential to your overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. People struggling with mental health may be in…