Friday, April 15th
April is Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize the sacrifice that the children and
youth of our military personnel make. MD National Guard Child & Youth Program invites
you to join us to Purple Up! For Military Kids.
We are encouraging everyone across the state and nation to wear purple on Friday,
April 15th, as a visible way to show support and thank military children for their strength
and sacrifices.
Purple is the color that symbolizes all branches of the military, as it is the combination of
Army Green, Marine Red, Air Force Blue, Navy Blue, and Coast Guard Blue.
We hope everyone will take this opportunity to appreciate and celebrate these young
heroes. Be creative….the goal is for military youth to see the support of their
community!
Show us your PURPLE on April 15th!
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