National Day of Hope

National Day of Hope is an annual American holiday dedicated to the concept of hope. Believing in the best is a powerful psychological tool that allows us not to give up, even in the hardest of times. As the famous saying goes, “Hope dies last,” and this holds true! The holiday is observed every first Wednesday in April.

History

This holiday is for everyone who needs to believe in a better future today. However, according to its founders, National Day of Hope is particularly dedicated to children who find themselves in difficult situations, such as those facing domestic violence or who are orphans. We can make a difference in their lives and give them hope!

The holiday was created by E. Fedderson and S. O’Meara, who were the founders of the organization now known as Childhelp. This organization focuses on protecting the rights and freedoms of children and providing assistance to those in need. Issues such as homelessness, domestic violence, abuse, bullying, and many other challenges are just a part of the problems children may face. Therefore, the organization continues to have a lot of work to do, and National Day of Hope encourages people to unite their efforts and give children hope for a better future.

Interesting Facts

• Approximately 40% of adults were abused by parents or peers during their childhood years.
• The greatest number of problems is observed among children in low-income families. For example, domestic violence is reported in 60% of such cases.
• If a person loses hope, in 85% of cases, they will not be able to overcome a difficult situation. This is a conclusion reached by psychologists.

How to Celebrate

Support orphanages or help charities raise funds to treat children with serious illnesses. If you have children, spend extra time with them on this day.

Share information about the holiday on social media. Ask others if they experienced challenges during their childhood.

When is National Day of Hope in 2025?

National Day of Hope is observed every year on the first Wednesday in April.

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