Date
Monday
Nov
11

November 11

World Orphans Day

Make a difference this World Orphans Day - donate, volunteer and spread awareness to help support orphaned children around the world.

Yearly Date
Second Monday in November
Type
Day
Category
Cause

Introduction

Show your support for the millions of orphans around the world on World Orphans Day, which falls on the second Monday in November. This day was created to raise awareness about the plight of orphans and to highlight the work being done by charities and organizations to provide them with love, care, and a safe place to call home. With over 153 million orphans worldwide, this is an important day to demonstrate our commitment to helping these vulnerable children reach their full potential. Let's come together and make this World Orphans Day one that will be remembered!

World Orphans Day Timeline

1800s
First Orphanages in America
The first orphanages in America began to appear in the 1800s, aiming to provide shelter and care to the growing number of orphaned children.
1924
League of Nations Declaration
The League of Nations adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, setting standards for child welfare worldwide.
1946
UNICEF Founded
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was established to address the needs of children affected by World War II.
1959
UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child
The United Nations adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, a significant step towards improving child rights and welfare worldwide.
2000
The Stars Foundation Establishes World Orphans Day
The Stars Foundation initiated World Orphans Day to raise awareness about the challenges faced by orphaned children globally.
Present Day
Continuous Efforts for Orphans' Welfare
Organizations and individuals worldwide continue to work towards improving living conditions and opportunities for orphaned children.

How to Celebrate World Orphans Day

1

Organize a fundraiser

Organizing a fundraiser for an orphanage can be a great way to show your support and raise money for an important cause. Look for organizations that specialize in helping orphans and plan a fundraising event.

2

Volunteer at an orphanage

Spending time with orphans can be a rewarding experience. See if there is a local orphanage that needs volunteers or look into international volunteering opportunities.

3

Donate clothes and toys

Collect gently used items such as clothes and toys and donate them to an orphanage near you. Your donation will help make life brighter for the orphans.

4

Sponsor an orphan

Consider sponsoring a child through an organization such as Save the Children or World Vision. Your donations will go towards providing education, medical care, food, and other necessary support.

5

Spread awareness

Raise awareness about orphans by sharing stories of hope and resilience on social media or writing articles about your experience volunteering at an orphanage.

Why World Orphans Day is Important

A

It brings attention to the plight of orphans worldwide

World Orphans Day helps to bring attention to the millions of children around the world who are living without parents or guardians. It is an important reminder to governments and individuals alike that there are still desperate needs in many parts of the world, which need to be addressed.

B

It promotes awareness and understanding

By bringing attention to the issue of orphan care, World Orphans Day encourages people to think more deeply about this issue and consider ways they can help make a difference. Through education and awareness, we can all work together to improve the lives of orphans today and in the future.

C

It supports positive change for orphans

In addition to raising awareness, World Orphans Day also aims to promote positive change for orphans by highlighting organizations and initiatives that support vulnerable children around the world. Through donations and volunteer work, you can make a real difference in a child’s life - and World Orphans Day provides a platform for making those connections!

World Orphans Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Nov 12
Sunday
2024
Nov 10
Sunday
2025
Nov 9
Sunday
2026
Nov 8
Sunday
2027
Nov 7
Sunday