Give a Kid Some Fresh Air
Friday, April 03, 2009
Want your kids to have a unique summer opportunity, give back to the world around them, and experience a different culture, all without making a dent in your bank account? Make 2009 the summer you take advantage of the wonderful opportunity to open your home to a Fresh Air Fund Child.
Every year, thousands of children from New York City are given an opportunity to experience a week or two out of the hot, crowded city. In some cases, the children escape crime-ridden neighborhoods, long days in front of the television, or hours playing inside, for lush green lawns, swimming, sandcastles, and fireflies.
Host families come in all sizes and ages. Some hosts have no other children at home, some have a bunch. Some hosts plan elaborate day trips or events with their Fresh Air Fund children, but many just fill the time with days at the beach, climbing trees, riding bikes, and playing outside. During almost every stay, one large Fresh Air Fund gathering is organized for all the host families in the area, so you have an opportunity to meet and talk with other hosts. Please consider taking advantage of this wonderful opportunity and opening your home to the Fresh Air Fund. You will be amazed at what your family will get out of it. For more information on becoming a Fresh Air Fund host, please contact Martha Mintzer at (203) 226-6627 or www.freshair.org.
Every year, thousands of children from New York City are given an opportunity to experience a week or two out of the hot, crowded city. In some cases, the children escape crime-ridden neighborhoods, long days in front of the television, or hours playing inside, for lush green lawns, swimming, sandcastles, and fireflies.
Host families come in all sizes and ages. Some hosts have no other children at home, some have a bunch. Some hosts plan elaborate day trips or events with their Fresh Air Fund children, but many just fill the time with days at the beach, climbing trees, riding bikes, and playing outside. During almost every stay, one large Fresh Air Fund gathering is organized for all the host families in the area, so you have an opportunity to meet and talk with other hosts. Please consider taking advantage of this wonderful opportunity and opening your home to the Fresh Air Fund. You will be amazed at what your family will get out of it. For more information on becoming a Fresh Air Fund host, please contact Martha Mintzer at (203) 226-6627 or www.freshair.org.
