A resolution designating September 2026 as “National Child Awareness Month” to promote awareness of charities that benefit children as well as youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

S.Res. 845 would designate September 2026 as "National Child Awareness Month," a formal congressional recognition intended to promote awareness of charities and youth-serving organizations that benefit children across the United States. The resolution also recognizes the work of these charities and organizations as important contributions to the nation's future. As a simple resolution, it carries symbolic and ceremonial weight rather than the force of law—it does not create programs, allocate funding, or impose any legal requirements.

The designation primarily affects charities and nonprofit organizations that serve children and youth, giving them formal national recognition of their work. It does not directly regulate, fund, or impose obligations on any individuals, businesses, or government agencies.

The resolution was introduced by Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) on August 7, 2026, and was agreed to that same day in the Senate by unanimous consent, without amendment and with a preamble. Because it is a simple resolution, this action completed its legislative process—it does not go to the House of Representatives or the President, and no further action is expected.

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