The day was established in 1938 in honor of the Salvation Army's 'donut lassies,' [who] used to serve donuts out of their helmets for the soldiers during World War I," Kellum Shearer said.

According to book called “American Women in World War I,” Sheldon said she made at least 300 doughnuts in the course of one day. According to the Salvation Army, the sweet, doughy treat became ...

(KTLA) — Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts on Wednesday to celebrate World Kindness Day. The first 500 guests who visit participating shops nationwide will receive a dozen Original ...

In fact, the first National Donut Day was established way back in 1938 by the Salvation Army as women served donuts (and other goodies) to soldiers during World War I, and the holiday is still ...

Two of the world's greatest eaters are facing off at the 2023 Jack's Donuts World Donut Hole Eating Championship. Geoffrey Esper set a new world record last year at the event -- eating a whopping ...