Date
Friday
Mar
21

March 21

National Single Parent Day

Show your appreciation for single parents this National Single Parent Day - give them a break, some love, and support them in any way you can!

Yearly Date
March 21
Type
Day

Introduction

Celebrate National Single Parent Day on March 21 by honoring all the single parents out there! This special day was created in 1984 to recognize and celebrate the hard work of single mothers and fathers across the country. It's a day to recognize their strength, courage, and commitment to their children and families.

National Single Parent Day Timeline

1975
Start of the Single Parent movement
The single parent community begins making significant strides towards gaining visibility and addressing common issues, largely due to societal shifts and changes in family dynamics.
1979
Creation of Single Parent Alliance
The Single Parent Alliance of America is founded to provide resources, support, and community to single parents across the nation.
1982
Rise in Single Parent Family Numbers
An increase in single-parent families in the United States is reported, reflecting changing societal norms and family structures.
1984
First National Single Parent Day
National Single Parent Day is established by President Ronald Reagan, marking an important recognition of the efforts and contributions made by single parents nationwide.
2000s
Mainstream Representation Increases
Media and entertainment industries begin featuring more single parent characters and narratives, improving representation and reducing stigma.
2021
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
The struggles faced by single parents become newly highlighted due to the pandemic, leading to increased public awareness and calls for societal support.

How to Celebrate National Single Parent Day

1

Organize a spa day

Rather than gifting something, why not organize a spa day for a single parent in your life? Pick out some relaxing activities like a massage, facial, mani/pedi, and wrap it all up with breakfast or lunch out. It’s sure to be an unforgettable experience.

2

Host a potluck dinner

Invite the single parents in your life to join you for a potluck dinner in celebration of National Single Parent Day. Ask everyone to bring their favorite dish, and enjoy some quality time together.

3

Send an appreciation card

Take the time to write out an appreciation card for the single parents in your life. Let them know how much you care and appreciate all they do on a daily basis to make sure their children are taken care of.

4

Plan a movie night

Gather some friends and family together and plan a movie night in honor of National Single Parent Day. Bring blankets, pillows and snacks, and enjoy!

5

Give the gift of time

Giving the gift of time is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give a single parent. Offer to babysit, help out around the house, or just spend quality time with their children.

Why We Love National Single Parent Day

A

Single parents are incredibly strong and resilient

Single parents work tirelessly to provide for their families, often with little assistance or support. They juggle work, childcare, and other responsibilities all on their own, rarely stopping long enough to take a break. Recognizing the strength and resilience of single parents is something that deserves its own day!

B

Single-parent households need extra support

Single parent households can often struggle financially due to living off of one income. From providing adequate meals to buying everyday necessities like school supplies, raising children in a single-parent home can be difficult without additional support from family, friends, and the community.

C

It's a great way to honor single parents around the world

National Single Parent Day gives us an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the hardworking individuals who have taken on the role of being both a mother and father figure to their children. Let's use this day as a chance to thank all the amazing single parents out there for being such incredible role models!

National Single Parent Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Mar 20
Monday
2024
Mar 20
Wednesday
2025
Mar 20
Thursday
2026
Mar 20
Friday
2027
Mar 20
Saturday