The collected candy is often sent to organizations like Operation Gratitude or Soldiers' Angels , which include the treats in care packages for active-duty service members.
To make the donation more meaningful, children are often encouraged to write letters or draw pictures to accompany the candy for the troops. Creative Variations & Success Stories candy buy back
Today, thousands of dentists and orthodontists across the U.S. participate annually. How the Story Typically Unfolds The collected candy is often sent to organizations
Children bring in their unopened candy, which is weighed. The standard rate is $1 per pound , though some offices offer prizes, toothbrushes, or "survival kits" instead. participate annually
Beyond traditional dental offices, families and communities have adapted the "buy-back" concept:
Some parents create a "family store" before Halloween, allowing kids to sell their candy back to Mom or Dad for money that can be used for a larger, non-sugar reward.
Initially, Dr. Kammer held a local event at his own practice. It was so successful that by 2007, it expanded nationally.