The Salvation Army uses National Donut Day as a moment to highlight the “Donut Lassies,” who volunteered with the organization during World War I and would often make freshly

It's the day donut lovers have been waiting for. National Donut Day is Friday, a day the Salvation Army created nearly 90 years ago to honor the "Donut Lassies", its members who served donuts to soldiers during World War I.

National Donut Day also celebrates the Salvation Army "Lassies," or women who served doughnuts to soldiers during WWI. National Donut Day is on Friday, June 6, and several chains are offering deals for the annual unofficial food holiday.