    [United States Statutes at Large, Volume 132, 115th Congress, 2nd Session]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

    Proclamation 9765 of June 15, 2018

    Father's Day, 2018

    By the President of the United States of America

    A Proclamation

    On Father's Day, we pay special tribute to the men who devote themselves
    to supporting and caring for their loved ones. We take this occasion to
    show our gratitude to our fathers, to thank them for inspiring us to be
    our best, and to appreciate the influence they have in shaping our
    character and guiding our futures.
    Fathers across our country serve as role models for their children and
    families. Through their examples, they display the fundamental American
    values of hard work and dedication, which are so important to fulfilling
    our potential and achieving the American Dream. In each stage of our
    development, their unwavering support inspires us to take on the next
    big challenge and to pursue ambitious goals we might otherwise have
    thought beyond our reach. Their engagement in our communities, from the
    soccer field to Main Street to the town hall, enriches American life and
    encourages others to get involved.
    As a Nation, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting fatherhood in our
    neighborhoods and communities. All fathers must know and harness their
    power to shape the future of their children. More and more, scientific
    studies show that fathers who actively invest in their children improve
    their lives emotionally, physically, academically, and economically. My
    Administration supports the continuation of grant funding to States and
    community organizations that educate men on the significance of active
    fatherhood and assist them with entering or staying in the workforce so
    they can contribute to the emotional and financial well-being of their
    children and families.
    Today, and every day, we honor our fathers who serve their families with
    humble and giving hearts. Whether we became their children through
    birth, adoption, or foster care, the incredible fathers in our lives
    generously share with us the powerful gifts of love and care through
    their presence and dedication. We express our love and gratitude to our
    fathers for the countless ways they have improved our lives and
    acknowledge the tremendous importance of active fatherhood to our
    families, communities, and country.
    NOW, THERFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of
    America, in accordance with a joint resolution of the Congress approved
    April 24, 1972, as amended (36 U.S.C. 109), do hereby proclaim June 17,
    2018, as Father's Day. I call on United States Government officials to
    display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on
    Father's Day and invite State and local governments and the people of
    the United States to observe Father's Day with appropriate ceremonies.
    IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of
    June, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the
    Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-
    second.
    DONALD J. TRUMP