Celebrated on 04/30/2026
National Honesty Day, celebrated on April 30th, was created by M. Hirsh Goldberg in the 1990s to encourage truthfulness. It's the only holiday dedicated to honesty, and it falls on the last day of April, which is also National Financial Literacy Month, emphasizing the importance of honest financial practices.
National Honesty Day was established in the early 1990s by M. Hirsh Goldberg, a former press secretary to the governor of Maryland and author of several books, including "The Book of Lies: Fibs, Tales, Schemes, Scams, Fakes, and Frauds That Have Changed the Course of History and Affect Our Daily Lives." Goldberg created the holiday to counter the deception and dishonesty he observed in society, particularly in politics and advertising. He chose April 30th as the date to provide a truthful counterbalance to April Fools' Day, which is celebrated on April 1st and often involves pranks and falsehoods.
Since its inception, National Honesty Day has grown modestly in recognition, with schools, businesses, and community groups using the day to promote honesty through activities and discussions. Many organizations encourage employees to take honesty pledges, and educators incorporate lessons on the importance of truthfulness. In the digital age, the holiday has gained traction on social media, where users share quotes and stories about honesty. While not a federal holiday, it serves as a reminder to practice integrity in daily interactions.
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