Absolutley Incredible Kids Day
March 15th, 2012
The 16th Annual Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®!
It Just Keeps Getting Better!
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®, Camp Fire USA’s annual, award-winning, national call to action, asks adults to write letters of love, encouragement and inspiration to the children of America. Held the third Thursday in March, Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® 2011 is our 16th annual letter-writing campaign and will be celebrated on March 15, 2012.
In previous years, Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® (AIKD) has garnered national recognition and acclaim, winning endorsements from child and family experts and advocates. Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® has developed an incredible following, including athletes, entertainers and celebrities who have championed the cause by writing letters to America’s youth. In addition, many of the nation’s Fortune 100 companies have used Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® to build morale by encouraging employees to reach out to a child, and malls nationwide have supported the program by creating letter-writing booths and distributing information via merchants. To date, millions of people have been exposed to this incredible campaign and Camp Fire USA’s message!
What is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®?
It is a day designated to honor our nation’s children. It’s a simple, meaningful way for adults to let children know how much they are appreciated.
When is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®?
March 15, 2012 — and annually on the third Thursday of every March.
What’s so special about a letter?
A letter is personal, tangible and something a person can hold onto for years to come. Through written words, people can express emotions they may hold back in conversation. And during the often-challenging times of adolescence, children may be more open to reading a letter than having a talk that may “embarrass” them.
Does writing a letter really make a difference?
Children need positive reinforcement in their lives. The right words of encouragement can come at just the time a child needs them most – helping the child make better decisions, build self-esteem, and even be more compassionate and successful.
Why is Camp Fire USA sponsoring this event?
Camp Fire USA wants to honor the hundreds of thousands of children involved in Camp Fire USA, as well as those not involved in our programs.
Adults sometimes forget to stop and tell a child how important he or she is. Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® is a reminder to do just that.
Our research shows that a personal letter is cherished and valued.
What is our goal for Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®?
We want every child to receive a letter. Just imagine the impact of loving letters in lunch boxes, on pillows or tucked in backpacks!
For more information, visit the Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® at http://www.campfireusa.org/aikd_index.aspx.
