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American Mothers

Mentor, Educate, Support, Honor Mothers

American Mothers Inc. educates, inspires, and recognizes mothers through programs that teach, support, and honor moms, empowering them to positively impact their families and communities.

This Year's National Mother of the Year®

Lori Johnson Vegas was named the 2023 National Mother of the Year® at the American Mothers National Convention in Omaha, NE.

Your Donation Will Be Matched

Jessie Ball du Pont Foundation is offering matching funds to American Mothers, Inc. from Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, 2023. Donors may choose which category they wish to support: golden rule movement, etc. Personal donations up to $500 made online will be matched. Donations can be made of $500 increments multiple times.

About Us

Recognizing the Admirable Mother: A Symbol of Unconditional Love, Inner Strength, and National Inspiration

The idea of a Mothers Committee began in 1931 when Eleanor Roosevelt announced the formation of a nation-wide program for the better observance of Mother’s Day that would help dependent mothers and needy children. Sponsored by J.C. Penney’s Golden Rule Foundation, the Golden Rule Mother’s Day Committee established a fund to promote a “Golden Rule observance of Mother’s Day.”

We've been honoring mothers since 1935 under the honorary chairman, Sara Delano Roosevelt

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Nominate a Mother

For over 88 years, American Mothers has recognized moms across the United States and its five territories with the historic honor of Mother of the Year®. We select a state honoree from every part of the country and then name a National Mother of the Year® at the annual National Convention of American Mothers. Nominate an inspirational mom in your life who’s harnessing her maternal energy to impact the lives of people around her!

What We Do

Golden Rule Movement

The Golden Rule Movement creates a more empathetic culture by empowering, educating, and inspiring women to lead by example through acts of service in their local communities.

5th Grade Essay Contest

American Mothers annually holds a 5th-grade student essay contest, “What My Mother Means to Me.” The contest runs from August 15th through December 15th. 

ABC Quilts

ABC Quilts are made and donated by people of all ages, and all skill levels. The completed quilts are distributed to local hospitals and agencies that deal with babies and children at risk.

American Mother Magazine

An annual anthology highlighting AMI programs, Mother of the Year Nominees, Board Members, and Sponsors.

Mom To Mom Podcast

A weekly 30-minute program that lifts, inspires, encourages, and supports mothers in their many endeavors as they impact their communities, homes and the rising generation.

United Nations

AMI is a non-governmental organization in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, and the Commission on the Status of Women.

What We Do

Golden Rule Movement

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5th Grade Essay Contest

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ABC Quilts

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American Mother Magazine

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Mom To Mom Podcast

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United Nations

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2023

Mothers of the Year

Mom to Mom Podcast

The American Mothers: Mom to Mom Podcast provides a wonderful opportunity for mothers of all ages to engage in conversations on a variety of topics. The goal is to answer questions from our listeners and find mothers or others who can provide good and useful information.