This year National Lemonade Day will fall on Sunday, May 4, hence it is more than just a day of fun. It is an opportunity to teach children the basics of starting and running a small business. Across the United States, Lemonade Day is equipping children with a background in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership through the very simple and sweet idea of a lemonade stand.
Hands-on learning
Setting up a lemonade stand may seem simple play, yet these experiences will inspire painstaking yet long-lasting lessons in planning, budgeting, customer service, and goal-setting. With the help of parents, teachers, or mentors, children participate in Lemonade Day by writing business proposals, setting goals, finding investors (mom and dad are usually the investors!), buying supplies, constructing their stand, and selling their product.
Children also learn about profits and charitable giving. Many choose to donate a portion of their profits to a charity of their choice—thus fostering civic responsibility and generosity from an early age.
The importance of lemonade day
Lemonade Day is an initiative across the nation to empower youth toward achieving their version of the American Dream. Throughout the years, this program has helped hundreds of thousands of children with real-life experiences and life skills that will matter in life. This is not just about selling lemonade; rather, it develops perseverance, creativity, and self-confidence.
With support from community leaders, educators, and business sponsors, Lemonade Day provides free resources to help kids launch their first businesses. From budgeting worksheets to marketing guides and mentorship, the program is designed to walk young entrepreneurs through every step of the process.
How to get your child involved
Participating is simple. Visit lemonadeday.org to find your city’s program and register. Once signed up, children will receive access to the Lemonade Day app and materials that guide them through the business-building journey. Parents can help children brainstorm stand themes, set financial goals, and even scout high-traffic locations for their lemonade stand.
Encouraging your child to join is a great way to celebrate National Lemonade Day while also investing in their future success.
Help plant seeds of change—donate today
Lemonade Day is powered by donations from people who believe in youth potential. By donating, you help expand access to programs, fund scholarships, and sponsor city and regional efforts that reach more children each year.
Whether you choose to donate $100, $500, or $2,500—or become a sponsor—your support helps train the next generation of civic and business leaders.
Support the movement
Make a difference this Lemonade Day by supporting the mission:
- Donate at lemonadeday.org
- Sponsor a city or regional expansion
- Provide materials or seed capital through a scholarship fund
- Promote awareness through events and social media
Every sip of lemonade sold is a step toward a brighter future.
For more information or to get involved, contact Lemonade Day at [email protected] or (713) 626-5437.
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