This yearly tradition is part of a national celebration to recognize military children for their resilience, strength, and sacrifices. April 20, 2022 is designated as Purple Up! For Military Kids Day.

On April 18, the AAFES will offer free treats to any child who wears purple to participating Exchange restaurants worldwide. AAFES 'Purple Up Day' for Military Kids | Military.com Profile ...

The Department of Defense Education Activity has designated April as Military Children Month. People are encouraged to wear purple as a visible way to show support and thank military youth.

The Department of Defense Education Activity has designated April 7-11, 2025, as Military Kids Week, with themed days including Purple Up Day on Wednesday, April 9.

According to the 4-H Military Partnerships website, 4-H clubs in New Hampshire developed the Purple Up! for Military Kids initiative while working with the children of deployed National Guard ...

Purple Up! Day is the Day of the Military Child in April, the Month of the Military Child. It’s a holiday meant to celebrate the “unsung heroes” of the military, the kids raised on U.S ...

Families and organizations gathered at the YMCA and in Hermantown on Friday, April 11 for “Purple Up,” an event to celebrate military children. There were plenty of activities for the kids ...

Military kid supporters around the world will observe Colorado Purple Up! For Military Kids Day on April 14. Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 90°F. Saturday, June 14th 2025 ...

BOSSIER CITY, LA (KSLA) - April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to celebrate the strength an experiences of military children. At Cope Middle School, they’re setting the bar when it comes ...

BENTON, La. (KSLA) - April is recognized as Month of the Military Child, and to honor that, Benton Middle School held Purple Up Day on Friday, April 12. Purple Up Day was held in support and ...