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National I Care About You Day

Show your friends, family, and loved ones that you care on National I Care About You Day - share kind words and thoughtful gifts to show them how much they mean to you!

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October 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEOctober 25

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYRelationships

SUBCATEGORYFriendship

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National I Care About You Day on October 25 by showing your loved ones how much you care about them! This special day was created in 2009 to recognize the importance of expressing love and appreciation for our family, friends, and significant others. It's a great opportunity to remind those closest to us that we are there for them no matter what.

TIMELINE

National I Care About You Day Timeline

Establishment of the Day

National I Care About You Day was created, encouraging people to show their appreciation towards those special in their lives.

First Celebrations

The first observance of National I Care About You Day takes place across the United States.

Recognition By Organizations

Non-profit organizations and schools start promoting the day as a way to foster empathy and kindness.

Social Media Adoption

Social media campaigns about the day started trending, enabling the day to reach a larger audience globally.

Increasing Celebrations

The day becomes more popular, with increased celebrations observed both offline and online.

Importance Amid Pandemic

The day gained more significance amid the global COVID-19 pandemic, reminding people to express care and concern towards their loved ones.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National I Care About You Day

Share your appreciation

Make a point of expressing your gratitude to someone who matters in your life. Write a card, make a phone call or simply tell the person you care about them and why.

PERFORM

Perform an act of kindness

Do something nice for someone else. Whether it’s something big like volunteering at a charity or something small like holding the door open for someone, every little bit counts.

MAKE

Make a donation

Choose a cause that's meaningful to you, and make a donation in honor of National I Care About You Day. Take the time to research organizations doing work you believe in.

SEND

Send positive messages

Spread positivity by sending kind words and encouraging messages to friends, family and even strangers. A few kind words can go a long way.

ORGANIZE

Organize a care package drive

Gather friends and family together to create care packages for those in need. Include items such as toiletries, food, books and other essential items.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National I Care About You Day

It boosts our self esteem

Seeing how much joy we can bring to others by showing we care about them not only makes us appreciate their presence in our lives, but also boost our own self esteem. Knowing that we are capable of making a positive impact on another person's life can help us feel good about ourselves and give us a greater sense of purpose!

It's a reminder to show kindness

National I Care About You Day is a great reminder that everyone deserves to be cared for and respected. It's an opportunity to spread love, do something nice for someone, or even just let them know that you are thinking of them. Every act of kindness can go a long way towards making someone feel loved and appreciated.

It helps us connect with others

Showing care and concern for our fellow human beings can bring us closer together. National I Care About You Day encourages us to reach out and check in on those around us, letting them know they have someone looking out for them. Forging strong connections with the people in our lives can make all the difference in the world!