June 27, 2025

Stand for Children Day Celebrates Community in Bowling Green

News Summary

The Bowling Green Ball Park hosted the annual Stand for Children Day, showcasing community resources and support for families. With over 55 local businesses participating, the event featured fun activities and educational demonstrations aimed at promoting child welfare and community involvement. This growing celebration emphasizes nurturing future leaders while providing essential information for parents and caregivers in Warren County.

Bowling Green – The Bowling Green Ball Park was the site of the 27th annual Stand for Children Day on June 26, 2025, spotlighting the importance of children and community resources in Warren County. This year’s event drew participation from over 55 local businesses that offered activities to engage children and support families and caregivers.

Stand for Children Day, which was first established in 1997, aims to nurture future leaders by raising awareness about the specific needs of children in the local area. The event not only serves as a celebration but also as an educational opportunity for families on various essential topics such as health care, dental hygiene, and nutrition.

The main activities for the day ran from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and included a range of fun and engaging experiences such as spinning wheel prizes, balloon animals, live music, and even a hair dye station. As a part of the festivities, each child received a clear drawstring backpack filled with goodies, which contributed to the excitement of the event.

Support for this initiative came from numerous local sponsors, including American Bank & Trust, the Kiwanis Club of Bowling Green, and WellCare, who helped underwrite the costs associated with organizing such a large-scale event. A ribbon-cutting ceremony, hosted by Community Education, marked the beginning of the day’s festivities, setting an enthusiastic tone for the celebrations.

Community Education’s assistant director, Joshua Smith, expressed gratitude for the community’s continued support and noted the significant growth of Stand for Children Day over the years. The event is described by Smith as an “humbling” opportunity to facilitate a gathering that emphasizes the importance of community and child welfare.

In addition to the fun-filled activities, the event also included educational demonstrations, such as CPR training and cornhole games, aimed at both entertaining and informing attendees. Jennifer Wilson from Welfare of Kentucky remarked on the critical role of the event in creating a safe and enjoyable environment for families who participated.

Stand for Children Day has been instrumental in fostering community spirit, encouraging local involvement, and providing parents and caregivers with valuable information on resources available to them. As the event continues to evolve, it remains a significant highlight on the calendar for families in Warren County, reinforcing the commitment to nurturing the next generation.

As this year’s Stand for Children Day wraps up, the memories created and the lessons learned will carry forward, with the hope that every child can thrive and develop into a leader within their community.

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