The program was founded in 2005 by , a dentist in Wisconsin, who was concerned about the weeks-long "sugar-fest" that followed Halloween.
The program is a national initiative designed to reduce children's sugar consumption while supporting U.S. military members serving overseas. The Origin Story: Dr. Chris Kammer candy buy back
Every November, local dental practices like Behind the Smile and Springs Dentistry transform into "buy-back hubs" where children trade their surplus trick-or-treat hauls for incentives. The program was founded in 2005 by ,
Initially, Dr. Kammer held a local event at his own practice. It was so successful that by 2007, it expanded nationally. a dentist in Wisconsin
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.