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April 10, 2025,
30th anniversary of Siblings Day
On April 10, 2025, the Siblings
Day Foundation
(SDF) will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Siblings Day, a
day dedicated to recognizing and honoring the special bond
between siblings. Founded by Claudia Evart in 1995, Siblings
Day has grown to receive national and global recognition,
celebrated in 16 countries including the U.S., UK, Canada,
Australia, Japan, and India.
A Tribute to Family Bonds On
March 26, 1995, Claudia Evart, the youngest of three
siblings, founded Siblings Day in loving memory of her late
brother Alan (36) and sister Lisette (19), both of whom she
lost in separate accidents. Overcome with grief, she
established the day to honor their lives and celebrate the
special bond between siblings. The observance takes place
annually on April 10, Lisette’s birthday.
As we mark 30 years of
Siblings Day, we reflect on its enduring mission: to
recognize, appreciate, and strengthen the unique connection
shared by siblings—because just as we honor parents, our
brothers and sisters deserve a day of recognition too.
Siblings Day also serves as
a reminder to cherish and nurture these lifelong
relationships. The simple act of reaching out, saying "I
love you," and making time for your siblings can deepen your
bond and create lasting memories. The phrase "Love Your
Siblings" embodies the spirit of the day, encouraging people
everywhere to celebrate, support, and express gratitude for
their siblings, says Evart. Whether near or far, this day is
a meaningful opportunity to reconnect and strengthen family
ties.
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A Legacy of Recognition
• Presidential Support: Presidents Bill Clinton (2000),
George W. Bush (2008), and Barack Obama (2016) have all
issued official messages acknowledging Siblings Day.
• Gubernatorial Proclamations: Between 1998 and 2014,
governors from 49 states issued proclamations recognizing
the day. Governor Christine Gregoire of Washington notably
signed proclamations for six consecutive years (2007-2012).
• Political Endorsements: Leaders such as Senator Edward
Kennedy, Senator Hillary Clinton, Congresswoman Carolyn B.
Maloney, Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, and
New York City Mayors Eric Adams, Rudy Giuliani, and Michael
Bloomberg have supported the initiative.
Media and Cultural Impact
• Siblings Day has been spotlighted by major media outlets,
including NPR, CNN, and Voice of America (VOA).
• Oprah Winfrey highlighted Siblings Day on her platform
from 2007 to 2011 and again in 2021.
• The day consistently trends on social media platforms like
Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and Tumblr, engaging
millions worldwide.
SDF’s Programs and
Initiatives The Siblings
Day Foundation offers
several programs designed to strengthen sibling bonds and
provide support:
• Sibling-to-Sibling Support Group: Virtual sessions for
reconciliation, healing, and loss support.
• The Sibling Rights Project: Advocates for legal rights for
siblings.
• Lost Sibling Registry: Assists in reuniting separated
siblings.
• Adopt-A-Sibling Program: Encourages people to honor a
chosen sibling figure on April 10.
Celebrity Endorsements
Supporters of Siblings Day include Oprah Winfrey, Taylor
Swift, Serena Williams, Beyoncé, the Kardashians, Cindy
Crawford, the Olsen sisters, Jimmy Fallon, Michelle Obama,
the Jonas Brothers, Ellen DeGeneres, and Ryan Seacrest.
Origins of Siblings Day
Claudia Evart, founder of Siblings Day and the youngest of
three, conceived the idea on her birthday, March 26, 1995—30
years ago—after losing her only siblings, Lisette (19) and
Alan (36), in separate accidents. Overcome with grief, she
created National Siblings Day to honor their memory and
celebrate the unique sibling bond.
The day is observed on April 10, Lisette’s birthday.
"We have Mother’s and
Father’s Day—why not a day to recognize, honor, and
appreciate our siblings?" says Evart.
For more information, visit
www.siblingsday.org.
Claudia Evart
Siblings Day Foundation
PO Box 85 GCS New
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