International Women’s Day 2025: How to Celebrate
Keep reading to discover powerful ways to celebrate, raise funds, and support women’s rights organizations. Join the global movement for gender equality today!
Lydia Wohlgemuth
Keep reading to discover powerful ways to celebrate, raise funds, and support women’s rights organizations. Join the global movement for gender equality today!
Women are amazing—can we all agree on that? While we’ve come a long way in advancing women’s rights, there’s still more work to do! International Women’s Day (IWD) is all about celebrating progress while pushing for even greater change.
If you’re eager to support IWD but aren’t sure where to start, you’re in the right place. In this post, we’ll share meaningful ways to celebrate, fundraise, and make an impact. Plus, we’ll highlight some incredible organizations that are driving real change for women and girls worldwide.
Let’s #AccelerateAction together and make this International Women’s Day one to remember!
Every year on March 8, International Women’s Day invites individuals, organizations, and communities around the world to celebrate women’s contributions to society and push for gender equality. It’s a day to recognize the progress we have made, acknowledge ongoing challenges, and take action toward a more inclusive future.
The International Women’s Day logo—a circular arrow looping around the female symbol—embodies support and unity. The day is also represented by three symbolic colors: purple for justice and dignity, green for hope, and white for purity.
Source: International Women’s Day
IWD dates back to 1910 when German activist Clara Zetkin posed the idea of an international day for women’s rights. The first official celebration took place on March 8, 1911, in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland, with more countries—including the United States, which first marked the occasion in 1909—joining the movement over the years.
This year, International Women’s Day is on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The International Women’s Day 2025 theme is “Accelerate Action,” challenging us to step up efforts to remove barriers preventing women from reaching their full potential.
Individuals and organizations worldwide are called to #AccelerateAction by implementing strategies and resources that empower women and girls in leadership, education, health, economic opportunities, STEM, sports, the arts, and more.
Whether you’re part of an organization looking to raise funds, or just looking for ways to celebrate in your daily life, here are five meaningful International Women’s Day activities that can make a difference.
One simple yet powerful way to celebrate IWD is by sharing an inspiring quote. Words have the ability to motivate action–so why not spread wisdom from some influential women?
Share a quote on social media using the hashtags #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction, in a workplace email, on a community bulletin board, or also as part of a conversation with friends or coworkers.
Here are examples of International Women’s Day quotes to consider sharing:
“No country can ever truly flourish if it stifles the potential of its women and deprives itself of the contributions of half of its citizens.” – Michelle Obama
“Women are like teabags. We don’t know our true strength until we are in hot water” —Eleanor Roosevelt.”
“Organize, agitate, educate, must be our war cry.” – Susan B. Anthony
“I encourage women to step up. Don’t wait for somebody to ask you.” – Reese Witherspoon
“Organize, agitate, educate, must be our war cry.” – Susan B. Anthony
“The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.” – Amelia Earhart
Visibly express your appreciation for women by wearing the official International Women’s Day colors: purple, green, and white. Whether you’re at work, school, or out in the community, wearing these colors spark conversations and show solidarity for gender equality.
Want to take it up a notch? Get your friends or organization involved by creating custom T-shirts or hosting a “Wear Purple” day. It’s an easy and fun way to celebrate International Women’s Day while helping spread awareness!
Crowdfunding is an effective way to gather support from your social circles and professional network–and launching an International Women’s Day fundraising sounds simpler than you might think!
Powerful crowdfunding platforms like Donorbox make it easy to set up a fundraiser, track donations, and share it with your community. In just 15 minutes, you can create a personalized fundraising page, share your mission to support women, and start collecting donations.
Once your crowdfunding campaign is up and running, Donorbox helps you connect with your donors by sharing updates on your page and sending personalized follow-up emails.
Get started with Donorbox for free today, and start rallying support for International Women’s Day! We love how For Women By Women, Period launched their crowdfunding campaign to raise money to fight period poverty in New York City and beyond. They’ve raised over $7,000 using Donorbox!
We all have those amazing women in our lives who’ve made a big impact on us.
Take some time to celebrate these women by spending time with them. Whether it’s a phone call, a coffee date, hosting an office party, or enjoying a meal together, sometimes, the best way to honor women is just by being present.
Those wishing to show their support can strike the #AccelerateAction pose—flex your muscles—and share their commitment on social media using #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction throughout the year.
By sharing your pose, you’re joining a global movement to raise awareness and inspire action.
There are so many incredible organizations out there that are dedicated to supporting women’s health, education, empowerment, and so much more. Whether you choose to donate your time, money, or skills, every bit helps!
You can pick a charity that resonates with you—maybe it’s one that supports women in crisis, funds education, or works on promoting gender equality at work. Find a cause you’re passionate about and take action to make a difference.
We’ve listed a few of our favorite charities below to get you started!
One of the most meaningful ways individuals and organizations can join the cause of #AcclerateAction is by supporting groups already committed to women’s rights, from smaller grassroots groups to larger charities.
There are a lot of incredible organizations out there, but here are three of our favorites:
Mission: “WIRe champions diversity in the marketing research industry by arming women with the tools to develop professionally, build connections and stay inspired. We believe in the positive impact of women in business. Our mission is to advance the contributions and voice of women in research, both for themselves and for the greater good of the industry.”
Women in Research is dedicated to advancing women in research by fostering meaningful dialogue, providing resources, and advocating for inclusivity and diversity. They focus on creating a collaborative community, supporting underrepresented groups, and strategically partnering to empower women globally and locally in their careers, while ensuring everyone has a seat at the table.
You can support WIRe by becoming a corporate donor or donating to their general fund. Every donation helps empower women in the research industry, changing the world!
Mission: “AAPI Women Lead is a queer, feminist, survivor-led, and former sex-worker led community based intergenerational organization that works to end violence against Asian, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (ANHPI) women, girls, and non-binary communities.”
AAPI Women Lead is dedicated to empowering and supporting Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander women, girls, and non-binary through leadership development, advocacy, and community-building initiatives.
Their focus is on lifting up the voices of AAPI women and advocating for policies that address issues such as gender equity, violence, and social change.
You can easily support AAPI Women Lead this International Women’s Day by making a one-time or recurring donation.
Mission: “We believe empowering women and girls is a powerful catalyst in moving our world forward.”
Women’s Campaign International works to empower women worldwide by providing training and resources that equip women with the skills needed to become leaders and engage in the political process. Their programs focus on increasing women’s participation in political leadership, governance, and civic engagement around the world.
Help empower women this International Women’s Day by donating to WCI on their website. Every little bit makes a difference in supporting women’s leadership and advocacy!
For more important women’s organizations, check out 10 Charities Working Toward Women’s Rights & Empowerment.
This International Women’s Day, let’s join together to celebrate women, create positive change, and support organizations empowering women around the world.
Whether you share a quote, wear the IWD colors, or launch a crowdfunding fundraiser, your actions can make a significant impact.
Get started today by signing up for Donorbox to create your own fundraising campaign, and let’s #AccelerateAction together!
With a background in professional writing, Lydia has over five years in nonprofit communications under her belt. Lydia’s passion for supporting nonprofits sparked during her college internships with global mission organizations, where she gained valuable insights into fundraising marketing strategies. These experiences have continued to fuel her dedication to empowering nonprofits through her writing.
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