The stories of happy summer vacations are repeated over and over again by thousands of inner-city children and their country friends. The lives of Fresh Air children and volunteer families are both enriched. In Friendly Towns, the program is supervised by a network of talented, energetic volunteer committee members. These volunteers handle publicity, screen new host families, and renew the commitment of participating families. Throughout the summer, volunteers organize special events to make vacations fun for city children.
Youngsters take trips to amusement parks, state fairs and baseball games.
For Fresh Air children, enduring bonds of affection and friendship are formed on lazy summer afternoons in backyards and beaches.