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February 27

A global day celebrating the people behind nonprofits and NGOs making a difference around the world.

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About the DayWhat is World NGO Day?TimelineFrom 2009 to today Universal ConceptThe global concept behind 27 February

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Official StatementsOfficial Statement from the European Union Global ReviewInternational recognition & milestones

The World NGO Day Global Review

The first edition records how the Day has developed, country by country, with named sources.

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There are many ways to take part in World NGO Day.

Celebrate

Ways to CelebrateFor civil society, businesses and governments

Recognize

National RecognitionMake 27 February a permanent part of the national calendar City RecognitionAn easy way to add 27 February to your city or county calendar

Use the World NGO Day logo on February 27

For over a decade, the symbol has represented unity, diversity, and the people behind civil society, celebrated every 27 February.

Nonprofit-friendly places, where organizations and communities meet, connect, celebrate, convene and collaborate.

Nonprofit City

An international recognition celebrating nonprofit-friendly cities, announced on February 27, World NGO Day. Each recognized city is featured digitally and in its own limited-edition book, highlighting the places, people and community connections that support and empower civil society.

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The StoryThe vision behind Nonprofit City For EveryoneRead selected stories online. Launching in 2027.

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For CitiesBecome a Nonprofit City Patron For BusinessesBecome a Nonprofit City Partner