Good Neighbor Month

About National Good Neighbor Day

National Good Neighbor Day Was Created In The Early 1970s by Becky Mattson of Lakeside, Montana. In 1978, United States President Jimmy Carter issued Proclamation 4601: “As our Nation struggles to build friendship among the peoples of this world, we are mindful that the noblest human concern is concern for others. Understanding, love and respect build cohesive families and communities. The same bonds cement our Nation and the nations of the world. For most of us, this sense of community is nurtured and expressed in our neighborhoods where we give each other an opportunity to share and feel part of a larger family…I call upon the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.”

In 2003 National Good Neighbor Day Was Changed From The 4th Sunday In September To Through September 28th.

Good Neighbor Bingo Card (Click The Image To Print Your Bingo Card)

Blank Neighborhood Party Template (Click The Image To Print)

Videos By The Hopeful Neighborhood Project

Acts Of Neighborliness

Invite Neighbor Children Over With Their Parents For A Game Night
Use The Element Of Surprise With A Gift Or Act Of Service That Would Bless Your Neighbor
Offer To Bring In The Mail Or Newspaper While Your Neighbor Is On Vacation
Take Walks Or Bike Rides With Neighbors
Host A Neighborhood Book Club. You Can Host In Your House, Garage, Or A Local Space Like The Library, Or Community Center
Go For A Walk And Bring A Small Trash Bag To Pick Up Trash Along The Sidewalk
Use Sidewalk Chalk To Write An Inspiring Message On The Sidewalk In Front Of Your Home
Compliment A Neighbor On A Feature Of Their Home Or Garden
Make A Double Batch Of Cookies You’re Baking And Bring Some to A Neighbor
Say Hello Or Wave Each Time You See Your Neighbors
Do A Favor For A Neighbor Or Make A Special Delivery
Introduce Yourself To A Neighbor You Have Not Met
Organize A Night Out For Neighbors At A Bowling Alley Or Movie
Organize Monthly “Block Talks” Gatherings Or “Driveway Chats.” Keep The Food Simple And Let Different Homes Host
Write A Note Of Thanks To First Responders In Your Neighborhood
Invite A Neighbor To A Local Event, Like A Craft Fair Or Concert In The Park