March 7, 2005, Findlay, Ohio – The University of Findlay invites the community to grab a pen and make a positive impact on kids in the community by participating in Camp Fire USA’s ninth annual Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® on Tuesday, March 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union.

The event is co-sponsored by The University of Findlay, Camp Fire USA, Findlay·Hancock County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors and the Jacobs/Washington Community Task Force’s Walking School Bus Program.

Faculty, staff, students and community members are encouraged to write letters of support and encouragement to special children in their lives or to any child who might need encouragement. The University will supply markers, colored pencils and other art supplies to decorate the letters. Raffle prizes also will be given away.

“The idea is simple. The time investment is minimal. The results are long-lasting,” said Sharinda Welton, UF director of Student Activities and Commuter Student Services. “A letter can be so powerful and such a positive force in a child’s life – and it’s an extremely rewarding and emotional experience for the letter writer as well.”

Last year, University students, faculty and staff wrote more than 300 letters to children in the community.

Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® has touched more than 600 million people in the eight years since its inception. Its supporters include national figures such as celebrities, politicians George W. Bush and “Kit” Bond; family authority, Sylvia Rimm, Ph.D.; and sports heroes Jerry Rice and Jeff Gordon.

For more information on the free, public event, contact the Office of Student Activities and Commuter Student Services at 419-434-4606.