Gold Star Mother’s And Family’s Day, 2026

Summary: This proclamation, signed September 25, 2026, designates Sunday, September 27, 2026, as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, honoring families of fallen U.S. service members. Key points: Honors the sacrifice of Gold Star Families — those who lost a family member serving in the Armed Forces — and acknowledges the grief and resilience shown by surviving spouses, parents, and children. Highlights the recent establishment of the first-ever Military Spouse Commission, composed of spouses of senior military leaders with a combined 544+ years of military family experience, tasked with addressing challenges facing military families (including deployment readiness) and supporting Gold Star Mothers and Families alongside the Department of War's Gold Star Advisory Council. References the 1936 congressional joint resolution establishing the last Sunday in September as "Gold Star Mother's Day." Proclamation: Declares September 27, 2026 as Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, directs flags to be flown at federal buildings, and encourages Americans to display flags and hold ceremonies in recognition.