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International Day of Charity

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

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About International Day of Charity

The International Day of Charity is observed annually on September 5th. This day was established by the United Nations to promote charitable efforts and raise awareness about the importance of philanthropy in addressing humanitarian needs. It serves as a reminder of the role that charity plays in alleviating poverty and improving the lives of those in need.

The date was chosen to honor Mother Teresa, who dedicated her life to charitable work and was canonized on September 4, 2016. The observance encourages individuals, organizations, and governments to engage in charitable activities and contribute to the welfare of others.

On this day, various events and initiatives are organized worldwide, including fundraising campaigns, volunteer opportunities, and awareness programs. It is a time for reflection on the impact of charitable actions and the importance of giving back to the community.

The International Day of Charity highlights the collective responsibility to support those in need and fosters a spirit of generosity and compassion across the globe.

Key facts

First held: 2013
Frequency: Annual

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Frequently asked questions about International Day of Charity.

International Day of Charity is on September 5, 2026.

The day promotes charitable efforts and raises awareness about philanthropy.

It was established by the United Nations.

It honors Mother Teresa, who dedicated her life to charity.

You can participate by volunteering, donating, or organizing charitable events.

Tags: charity international observance philanthropy awareness

International Day of Charity start times in other key cities:

Location	Time
Abiyán	Sat 00:00:00
Addis Abeba	Sat 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Sat 00:00:00
Alejandría	Sat 00:00:00
Ankara	Sat 00:00:00
Bagdad	Sat 00:00:00
Bangalore	Sat 00:00:00
Bangkok	Sat 00:00:00
Bogotá	Sat 00:00:00
Bombay	Sat 00:00:00
Cantón	Sat 00:00:00
Chongqing	Sat 00:00:00
Ciudad de Ho Chi Minh	Sat 00:00:00
Ciudad de México	Sat 00:00:00
Ciudad del Cabo	Sat 00:00:00
Daca	Sat 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Sat 00:00:00
El Cairo	Sat 00:00:00
Estambul	Sat 00:00:00
Hanoi	Sat 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Sat 00:00:00
Jartum	Sat 00:00:00
Johannesburgo	Sat 00:00:00
Kano	Sat 00:00:00
Karachi	Sat 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Sat 00:00:00
Lagos	Sat 00:00:00
Lahore	Sat 00:00:00
Lima	Sat 00:00:00
Londres	Sat 00:00:00
Luanda	Sat 00:00:00
Melbourne	Sat 00:00:00
Moscú	Sat 00:00:00
Nueva Delhi	Sat 00:00:00
Nueva York	Sat 00:00:00
Pekín	Sat 00:00:00
Riad	Sat 00:00:00
Río de Janeiro	Sat 00:00:00
San Pablo	Sat 00:00:00
San Petersburgo	Sat 00:00:00
Santiago	Sat 00:00:00
Seúl	Sat 00:00:00
Shanghái	Sat 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Sat 00:00:00
Singapur	Sat 00:00:00
Sídney	Sat 00:00:00
Teherán	Sat 00:00:00
Tokio	Sat 00:00:00
Yakarta	Sat 00:00:00

International Day of Charity start times in different countries:

🇩🇪 Alemania Sat 00:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia Sat 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇸 España Sat 00:00:00
🇺🇸 Estados Unidos Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas Sat 00:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italia Sat 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón Sat 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇽 México Sat 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán Sat 00:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido Sat 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia Sat 00:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica Sat 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia Sat 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Sat 00:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇪 Alemania	Sat 00:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia	Sat 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Sat 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil	Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Sat 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇸 España	Sat 00:00:00
🇺🇸 Estados Unidos	Sat 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía	Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas	Sat 00:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán	Sat 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italia	Sat 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón	Sat 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia	Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Sat 00:00:00
🇲🇽 México	Sat 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Sat 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán	Sat 00:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido	Sat 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia	Sat 00:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica	Sat 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia	Sat 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Sat 00:00:00