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Attention all philanthropists: the International Day of Charity is September 5! If giving back gives you the most happiness, then get ready to start giving. The International Day of Charity was originally a Hungarian civil society initiative. It was supported by the Hungarian Parliament and Government in 2011, and was instituted on September 5 to commemorate the anniversary of Mother Teresa's death. In 2012, the UN General Assembly resolved to incorporate the Hungarian holiday and make it international. It was co-sponsored by 44 UN Member States, including Lebanon, the Dominican Republic, and the Republic of Korea. On the International Day of Charity, the emphasis is placed on enhancing visibility, organizing special events, and increasing solidarity, social responsibility, and public support. So if you're looking for a new charity to support, or if you would like to get more involved with a specific charity, then September 5 is the perfect day to do it.
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