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Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day

On Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day, join forces with your daughter and make a positive impact in your community through volunteer work!

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April 2027

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

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YEARLY DATEApril 16

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYPhilanthropy

INTRO

Introduction

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On April 16, we celebrate a special day that encourages parents to teach their daughters about the importance of giving back – Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day! This holiday was created by the organization "Girls Who Lead" in 2017, with the goal of empowering young girls to become leaders and make a positive impact in their communities through volunteering. It's a wonderful opportunity for mothers, fathers, and guardians to bond with their daughters while also instilling important values and teaching valuable skills. So gather your family and get ready to spread kindness and make meaningful contributions on this special day!

TIMELINE

Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day Timeline

Inception of the Holiday

"Girls Who Lead" created Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day to empower girls via community work.

First National Recognition

The holiday gets recognized on a national level in its second year, inspiring communities across the United States.

Global Outreach

The initiative spreads worldwide, encouraging daughters globally to participate in volunteer work.

Virtual Volunteering During Pandemic

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, communities found ways to bond and volunteer from home.

Higher Participation

Increasing participation noted as more parents, schools, and organizations become aware of the holiday.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day

Volunteer together

Find a local organization or charity that you and your daughter are both passionate about and spend the day volunteering together. This will not only be a bonding experience, but it will also instill the value of giving back in your daughter.

TEACH

Teach her about the importance of volunteering

Take the time to educate your daughter on why volunteering is important and how it can make a positive impact in the community. This will help her understand the significance of this day and inspire her to continue volunteering in the future.

ATTEND

Attend a volunteer fair

Many communities have volunteer fairs where different organizations and causes come together to recruit volunteers. Take your daughter to one of these fairs and let her explore different opportunities and find something she is passionate about.

CREATE

Create care packages for those in need

Gather together with your daughter and put together care packages for those in need, whether it be for the homeless, elderly, or children in foster care. This is a great way to teach your daughter about giving back and making a difference in someone's life.

HAVE

Have a discussion about volunteering over dinner

Take the time to have an open and honest discussion with your daughter about volunteering while enjoying a meal together. Share your own experiences and encourage her to share her thoughts and ideas on how she can make a difference in her community.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Teach Your Daughter to Volunteer Day

It strengthens family bonds

Teaching your daughter to volunteer as a family creates a special opportunity for bonding and connection. As you work together towards a common goal, you will create shared memories and experiences that will bring you closer as a family. It also allows for open communication and discussion about the importance of giving back and making a difference in the world.

It teaches empathy and compassion

When parents involve their daughters in volunteering, they are teaching them the value of helping others and promoting a sense of empathy and compassion. By participating in volunteer activities, girls learn to see the world from different perspectives and develop a desire to make a positive impact in their community.

It builds self-esteem and confidence

Volunteering can help boost a child's self-esteem by giving them a sense of purpose and accomplishment. It also allows them to step out of their comfort zone and challenge themselves, which can improve their confidence. When daughters are actively involved in volunteer work, they learn that their actions can have a meaningful impact on the lives of others, which is incredibly empowering.