Welcome to this new resource page to help you create effective posts on your Civitan Club’s social media platforms! Each month has downloadable graphics and easy-to-use templates that follow awareness days and reminders, which are also listed on the President’s Planning Calendar.
For questions, please email brittney@civitan.org.
Q3- JUNE SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
• June 2025 – Junior Civitan Convention (June 21st) & Elections (Voting is June 1-12th)
• June 1 – Junior Civitan Club and Member Awards Due
• June 19 – World Headquarters Closed (Juneteenth) – (Download template with main CI logo)
Suggested Caption: Wishing you peace and a Happy Juneteenth.
Download the customizable template.
• June 30 – Deadline for final roster changes for quarterly billing to be RECEIVED at World Headquarters
• June 30 – End of Junior Civitan year
Graphic of Civitan Deadlines & Reminders
AWARENESS:
• Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month (Global) – (Download the template with main CI logo)
Download the customizable template.
Suggested Caption: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is observed in June as an opportunity to spread the word about and discuss Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Throughout the month, the Alzheimer’s Association encourages people around the globe to support the movement by wearing purple and adopting healthy brain habits.
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q4 OF THE CIVITAN YEAR – JULY SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
• July 1 – New Junior Civitan Year Begins
• July 1 – Second quarter dues billing processed
• July 4 – World Headquarters Closed (4th of July) – Download graphic with main CI logo
Suggested caption: Wishing you and your family a Happy and Safe Fourth of July!
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q4 – AUGUST SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
- August 6-9th —Civitan International Convention, Atlanta, Georgia
Suggested Caption 1: Join us for Convention August 6-9th, 2025 in Atlanta for a great time! Visit www.civitan.org/convention for more details. – Download Image 1 Here.
Suggested Caption 2: Have you signed up yet? There’s still time and can’t wait to see you! Visit www.civitan.org/convention for more details.
Download Image 2 Here.
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q4 – SEPTEMBER SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
- September 1 – World Headquarters Closed (Labor Day) – Download the Main CI logo graphic.
Download the customizable template.
Suggested Caption: Enjoy today with family and friends! - September 30 – 2025-2026 Club Officer Reports Due
- September 30 – Deadline for final roster changes for quarterly billing to be RECEIVED at World Headquarters
Download Important Deadlines Graphic for September
AWARENESS:
- September 7 – Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Day – Download the Main CI logo graphic
Suggested Caption: September 7 is World Duchenne Awareness Day or WDAD. Each year, an annual campaign aims to increase awareness of Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy. World Duchenne Awareness Day raises awareness and inspires action to improve the lives of people living with Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy. Today Civitan joins in the effort to raise awareness!
Download the customizable graphic.
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q3- MAY SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
DEADLINE PASSED FOR GRAPHICS – STAY TUNED FOR NEXT YEAR ON THE DATES BELOW
SPECIFIC DAYS:
Specific Days:
May 1 – Deadline to submit application for International Honor Key
May 1 – International Candidate Forms Due
May 26 – World Headquarters Closed (Memorial Day)
AWARENESS:
• Mobility Awareness Month (U.S.)
• May 15 – Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q3 OF THE CIVITAN YEAR – APRIL TEMPLATES
APRIL IS CIVITAN AWARENESS MONTH
To see the full Civitan Awareness Month Toolkit, please visit Engaging in Awareness Days Toolkit | Civitan International
DEADLINE PASSED FOR GRAPHICS – STAY TUNED FOR NEXT YEAR ON THE DATES BELOW
SPECIFIC DAYS:
• April 1 – Second quarter dues billing processed
AWARENESS
• Parkinson’s Awareness Month
• Autism Acceptance Month
• April 2: World Autism Awareness Day
• April 11: Parkinson’s Disease International Awareness Day
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q2 of CIVITAN YEAR – JANUARY SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
Happy New Year! It’s 2025!
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
Jan. 20th, 2025 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Social Media Image
Download Customizable Template – MLK Day
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Today we observe Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service, and we remain committed to fulfilling Dr. King’s dream of creating a beloved community. Every year, we show the nation that joining together in service can unify Americans of different backgrounds and experiences to transform their lives and the lives of others.We hope you are using this day to make a difference in your community!
AWARENESS:
Jan. 30th, 2025 – Deadline Scholarship Reminder for Juniors
- The deadline for Shropshire Scholarship Applications is TOMORROW, January 31st! Gather all your letters, paperwork and signatures today!
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
FEBRUARY SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
Clergy Appreciation Week & More!
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
February 2nd – 8th – Clergy Appreciaton Week – Please visit this page for the full clergy appreciation month toolkit.
OTHER REMINDERS:
- February 15 – Deadline to file your club 990 with the IRS
- February 17- World Headquarters Closed (President’s Day)
- February 21-24 – Junior Civitan All In Summit
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
MARCH SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
Civitan Founder’s Day & More!
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
March 17 – [Post 1 morning post] Civitan Founder’s Day & St. Patrick’s Day!
Happy Founder’s Day, Civitan! Civitan International has been making a positive impact for over a century. Founded on March 17, 1917, we are grateful for the Civitans around the world who are committed to making their communities a better place with an emphasis on serving those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)! And, Happy St. Patrick’s Day, too!
March 17- [Post 2 afternoon post] Civitan Founder’s Day
Suggested Caption: We are still celebrating 108 years of Civitan International! Happy Birthday, Civitan! We are grateful for our volunteers all across the world and their heart for service and making a difference. Civitans, we hope you and your clubs have been celebrating today and this entire month. Let us know how you are celebrating in the comments!
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March 31– Deadline for final roster changes for quarterly billing to be RECEIVED at World
Headquarters
AWARENESS DAYS
• Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (U.S.)
Suggested Caption: Each March, the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD), and our partners work together to create awareness and highlight the many ways in which people with and without disabilities come together to form strong, diverse communities. Join in with us and help bring awareness to the many ways to support those with developmental disabilities including supporting the work of Civitan International.
Customizable Template for Download
• March 8: International Women’s Day
Suggested Caption: Today is International Women’s Day, a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
We are proud to celebrate the amazing women who contribute greatly to our organization! Tag a Civitan you are celebrating today! #IWD2025
Customizable Template for Download
• March 21: World Down Syndrome Day (Global)
Suggested Caption: Today we join the World Down Syndrome Day campaign, where the theme this year is #ImproveOurSupportSystems! We continue to encourage our governments to make sure there is a support system, so people with disabilities are included in the community and get the assistance they need. It certainly matters! Thank you Civitans for all you do for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Customizable Template for Download
• US National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month (March)
Suggested Caption: Join us in spreading awareness for National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month! This effort spotlights the lives of those with cerebral palsy, a condition that affects movement and muscle coordination. Civitan International and the Civitan International Research Center scientists continue to join together in the name of research for new treatments, developments and breakthroughs related to this and other neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Customizable Template for Download
• March 25: U.S. National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day
Suggested caption: Today is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day, which is the annual day in the US to bring awareness about this disability and ways we can support those in our communities. Are you wearing your green today? Drop a photo in the comments!
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
Q1 of CIVITAN YEAR – OCTOBER SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
Let’s Start the Civitan Year!
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
• October 1 – Happy New Year Civitan! (Main CI Logo)
Download Customizable Graphic – Happy New Civitan Year!
Suggested Caption – It’s the first day of the Civitan year! We are so very excited to start a new year, new success and new ways of making an impact in local communities!
AWARENESS:
• Down Syndrome Awareness Month (U.S.) – (Main CI Logo)
Download Customizable Graphic – Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Suggested Caption – October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Learn more about Down Syndrome at this link: Down Syndrome Awareness Month | National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) Civitans everyone support important research happening at the Civitan International Research Center related to down syndrome, autism and more.
• National Disability Employment Awareness Month (U.S.) – (Main CI Logo)
Download Customizable Graphic – National Disability Awareness Month
Suggested Caption – It’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Civitan is proud to support those with special needs and remind them of how special they are!
• October 6 – World Cerebral Palsy Day – (Main CI Logo)
Download Customizable Graphic – World Cerebral Palsy Day
Suggested Caption – It’s World Cerebral Palsy Day! Civitan is proud to support this day and bring awareness to this important issue!
• October 10 – World Mental Health Day – (Main CI Logo)
Download Customizable Graphic – World Mental Health Day
Suggested Caption – It’s World Mental Health Day! Remember to check on your friends and please reach out for help if you need to chat with someone. There are many resources available!
Directions for the Customizable Template:
1. Open the file in Powerpoint
2. Right click the CI logo and click change picture
3. Find your club logo which you have to have pre-saved on your computer
After your change the logo, you are ready to save the file. Click File > Save As and then save the file as .png. Now you are ready to post it to your club’s social media page!
NOVEMBER SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
Headed into November!
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
• November 11 – Veterans Day – (Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – Veterans Day
Suggested Caption
We are grateful today and always for the service, sacrifice, and bravery of our veterans, current military members, and their families. We also extend our gratitude to those who are Civitans for your continued service to others!
• November 28 – Thanksgiving – (Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – Thanksgiving
Suggested Caption
Happy Thanksgiving from us at Civitan International! Enjoy and cherish every moment with your loved ones this holiday season!
• November 30 – Club Officer Training Deadline – General Graphic
Make sure your president, president-elect, secretary and treasurer have completed their respective trainings for your club to be certified.
Suggested Caption
Officer Training is DUE TODAY, NOV. 30th! Click this link: https://civitan.org/training/ and start the training related to your leadership role. Thanks for all you do for Civitan!
DECEMBER SOCIAL MEDIA TEMPLATES
It’s almost the end of the calendar year!
In these templates, you will find two versions. One template uses the Civitan International logo, and one version can be downloaded for using your club’s logo.
SPECIFIC DAYS:
• December 1 – Club Competitive Awards Applications Due (www.civitan.org/awards)
General Message for Clubs
Suggested Caption
Have you done your awards packet? Awards are due today covering the 2023-2024 Civitan year! Visit www.civitan.org/awards to submit your awards materials today!
• December 1 – Happy Holidays! (General Message – Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – Happy Holidays
Suggested Caption
Happy Holidays to you and your family this season from us at Civitan International!
In the spirit of giving this holiday, consider a year end donation to Civitan International to help us continue to make a difference in the lives of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Visit this link to give today: www.civitan.org/donate
Thanks for being a supporter and friend of the Civitan family!
• December 1 – Shropshire Scholarship Applications Open
General Message for Clubs
Suggested Caption
Apply today for the Shropshire Scholarship through Junior Civitan International. Visit www.juniorcivitan.org for more information!
• December 3 – Giving Tuesday (Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – Giving Tuesday
Suggested Caption
It’s Giving Tuesday! Let’s all join together to make a larger impact on this day of Giving!
Click here to give now: https://civitan.org/givingtuesday
#makeanimpact #givenow #GivingTuesday
• December 25 – Merry Christmas (Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – Merry Christmas
Suggested Caption
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours from us at Civitan International!
• December 31/Jan. 1 – Happy New Year! (Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – Happy New Year!
Suggested Caption
Happy New Year! We wish you all the best this year and always from us at Civitan International!
AWARENESS:
December 3—International Day of the Disabled Person (United Nations) – (Main CI logo)
Download Customizable Template – International Day of the Disabled Person
Suggested Caption
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Our mission is to build good citizenship by providing a volunteer organization of clubs dedicated to serving individual and community needs, with an emphasis on helping people with developmental disabilities.
Learn more about this day at this link –https://bit.ly/3Nas9mw
Thank you to all our clubs for what they do to help those in their communities. We Are Civitan!
