It’s the first Friday of June, which means that it is National Doughnut Day!

In 1917, the lassies (female members) of the Salvation Army prepared thousands of fresh doughnuts for the homesick soldiers serving in France during WWI. In 1938 the Chicago Salvation Army officially named the first Friday in June National Doughnut Day to raise money during the Great Depression, and it continues today with the Salvation Army Donut Day.

I heard on the radio this morning that over 2,000 Salvation Army volunteers will be located around the city, selling doughnuts to raise funds for programs that support children, youth, seniors, families, and homeless, and in recent years, Krispy Kreme has jumped all over the holiday by giving out a free doughnut to show their appreciation to their customers.

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