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Welcome to September 2026 🌟
This month is all about compassion, culture, and community resilience. September brings meaningful opportunities to support mental health and suicide prevention, stand with families facing childhood cancer, celebrate Hispanic heritage, champion literacy, and promote peace and preparedness in communities everywhere.
From Suicide Prevention Month to World Tourism Day, September is a time to care for one another while championing the causes that strengthen communities at home and around the world 💛
View the Full 2026 Cause Calendar
🗓️ Causes to Support in September
Suicide Prevention Month
All Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, break stigma, and connect people with the mental health support they deserve. Your campaign can help fund research, education, and lifesaving resources for individuals and families. World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10 offers a powerful moment to rally your community around hope and healing. If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by call or text.
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
All Month
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month shines a light on the children and families navigating a cancer diagnosis, and the organizations funding research and support. Recognized by the gold ribbon, this month is an opportunity to back breakthroughs in treatment and stand with families every step of the way.
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Chiari Malformation Awareness Month
All Month
September is Chiari Malformation Awareness Month, dedicated to a serious neurological condition in which part of the brain extends into the spinal canal. Often misdiagnosed and under-recognized, it affects more than 300,000 people in the US. Your support helps fund the research, education, and patient services that families living with Chiari depend on.
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National Preparedness Month
All Month
National Preparedness Month encourages individuals and communities to plan for emergencies before they happen. From disaster relief to community safety education, your support helps organizations respond quickly and build resilience where it is needed most.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
Begins September 15
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the country. Running September 15 through October 15, it is a chance to honor heritage while supporting organizations advancing education, health, and economic opportunity.
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International Literacy Day
September 8
International Literacy Day highlights literacy as a foundation for opportunity and dignity. Your campaign can support organizations expanding access to books, education, and learning resources for children and adults around the world.
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International Day of Peace
September 21
The International Day of Peace is a global call to end conflict and build understanding. Support organizations working on peacebuilding, humanitarian relief, and reconciliation in communities affected by violence and crisis.
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World Tourism Day
September 27
World Tourism Day recognizes the role of responsible travel in supporting cultures, economies, and the environment. It is an opportunity to back organizations promoting sustainable tourism and preserving cultural and natural heritage.
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🗓️ September Pledge Calendar
- 09/01 💛 Suicide Prevention Month Begins
- 09/01 🎗️ Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Begins
- 09/01 🚨 National Preparedness Month Begins
- 09/01 💜 Chiari Malformation Awareness Month Begins
- 09/05 🤝 International Day of Charity
- 09/08 📚 International Literacy Day
- 09/10 🫂 World Suicide Prevention Day
- 09/11 🇺🇸 Patriot Day (U.S.)
- 09/15 🌎 Hispanic Heritage Month Begins
- 09/21 🕊️ International Day of Peace
- 09/26 🧭 National Situational Awareness Day
- 09/27 ✈️ World Tourism Day
These key dates create meaningful opportunities to launch campaigns, share impact stories, and inspire generosity throughout the month.
How to Support
Donate 💛 Support verified nonprofits aligned with the causes that matter most this month.
Fundraise 📣 Launch a customized fundraiser and mobilize your community around mental health, education, or humanitarian causes.
Host an Event 🎉 Bring supporters together through virtual or in-person campaigns that create measurable impact.
Corporate Giving 🤝 Incorporate giving into your business through workplace campaigns, donation matching, volunteer opportunities, or customer giving experiences.
Make September a month of compassion, connection, and action. Explore causes, launch campaigns, and turn meaningful moments into measurable change with Pledge.