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The Power of a ((HUG))
Welcome to Global Hugs: Join the Mission of a Million Hugs!
Million Hugs Mission
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May 2 - 4, 2025
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Imagine a world where everyone feels valued and seen. Global Hugs, founded by Carol CC Miller through Positive Focus in 2008, strives to create that world—one hug at a time. With an annual event on the first weekend of May and a year-round goal to reach one million hugs, this movement offers a powerful way to spread love, connection, and kindness globally.
Join us and become part of a world-changing ripple of empathy and care.
A Message from Me:
In January of 2008, I took my first step into the world of giving free hugs, feeling terrified but driven. Each hug has brought joy, connection, and sometimes comfort in moments of sorrow. This mission is dear to my heart because I know the power of a single hug. I invite you to leave your comfort zone and feel the magic of sharing kindness!
Ways to Get Involved
Join the Global Hug Team! There are two ways to get involved:
1. Join Global Hug Weekend: Each May, people worldwide gather to offer hugs in their communities—publicly or privately—to spread love and connection.
2. Become a Hug Ambassador: Share hugs year-round with friends, family, or strangers and join our one-million-hug mission! Count up your hugs each month—whether it’s a quick hug with a friend or a heartfelt embrace with a stranger—and send in your totals. Every hug counts toward our global goal!
You can always join the weekend and participate year-round!
All hugs are an offering, not an expectation. Whether it’s a big bear hug, a gentle heart-to-heart, or a shy, light embrace, each one counts. Everyone should feel comfortable walking by you without receiving a hug. I promise, you’ll get lots of smiles and people thanking you for spreading kindness with your hug gesture.
It is important that you follow all safety guidelines in your area.
New to the idea? Watch our video guide below and prepare for an uplifting experience. Seasoned hugger? You know firsthand how meaningful it is.
Are You Ready to Join?
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Global Hug Team!
Together, we’ll make the world more loving—one hug at a time.
Sending you big ((HUGS)) and much LOVE,
Carol CC Miller
Have questions? EMAIL ME.
The original video that
inspired it all.
A beautiful song written by
my friend Kris Voelker
Are you new to hugs? Check out my video on how to get started.
Previous hug locations
Since 2008
CONTINENTS: 7 | COUNTRIES: 47 |US STATES: 36
Desmond Tutu (twice)
Juan Mann (founder of free hugs)
Humanity’s Team
CONTINENTS (7)
Africa
Antarctica
Asia
Australasia/Oceania
Europe
North America
South America
COUNTRIES (47)
Argentina | Australia | Austria | Belgium | Brazil | British Virgin Islands | Canada | China | Costa Rica Czech Republic | Denmark | Ecuador | El Salvador |Egypt | England | France | Germany | Greece | Hungary | India Ireland | Italy | Japan | Jordan |Mexico | Moldova | Morocco | Netherlands | New Zealand | Nigeria | Pakistan Peru | Philippines | Poland Serbia | Singapore | Slovenia | Spain | Sweden | Switzerland | Taiwan Thailand United Kingdom | United States | Venezuela | Vietnam
US STATES (36)
Alabama | Alaska | Arizona | California | Colorado | Florida | Georgia | Hawaii | Illinois | Iowa | Kansas | Kentucky | Louisiana | Maine | Maryland | Massachusetts | Michigan | Missouri | Montana | Nebraska Nevada | New Jersey | New Mexico | New York | North Carolina | Ohio | Oklahoma | Oregon | Pennsylvania | South Carolina | Tennessee | Texas | Utah | Virginia | Washington | Wisconsin | Washington DC | Puerto Rico
2025 Global Hug Locations
Thank YOU for joining the global hug team spreading LOVE and kindness one hug at a time.
Below is the list of global huggers for the 2025 event. Let’s continue to LOVE up this beautiful and messy world.
CONTINENTS (1)
COUNTRIES (2)
US STATES (3)
North America
Mexico, United States
Arizona, California, Illinois
NORTH AMERICAN LOCATIONS
MEXICO:
San Mateo Rio Hondo, Oaxaca
Brent (Yes)
May 3rd: 10 AM – 2 PM
UNITED STATES:
Arizona
Bullhead City
Gaylene (Yes)
To be determined
California
San Diego
Robert
Private event
Illinois:
Chicago
Carol & Tony (Yes)
May 3rd: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Chicago suburbs
Jeanne (yes)
To be determined
The (yes) behind names signifies they would like to meet other huggers in their area.
If you choose yes on the registration form, then I will connect you via email
with other huggers in your area that also chose yes.
(That is the ONLY time I would share your email address)
About Global Hugs
Founded in 2008 by Carol CC Miller through Positive Focus, Global Hugs is a worldwide initiative dedicated to spreading kindness and connection through the power of hugs. Every May, Global Hugs Weekend brings people together to share love and warmth, and with year-round participation, we’re working toward our mission of one million hugs. This movement is creating a global ripple of positivity, proving that a simple hug can make a world of difference.
About Positive Focus
Founded in 2009 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to help individuals see love over fear. We believe in connecting dreams rather than dwelling on fears, fostering a sense of unity by recognizing that we are one person 8 billion times, rather than just 8 billion people. By helping individuals feel seen and heard, we reduce the likelihood of harm to themselves or others. Join us in spreading love, kindness, compassion, peace, and hugs through Positive Focus. Together, we can create a world where everyone feels valued and connected.
