Kids in San Diego County can "sell" their Halloween candy to dentists and physicians across the county to, in turn, be shipped to military members serving overseas.
Under the Candy Buy Back Program, young trick-or-treaters can take their unopened candy to certain physicians until Nov. 7. They’ll receive $1 for every pound of candy they donate.
The participating dentists and physicians will then coordinate with Operation Gratitude to fill thousands of care packages with candy to ship to soldiers, sailors, National Guard members and Marines.
This is the eighth year the Candy Buy Back Program has taken place in San Diego County.
Last year, more than 14,000 pounds of candy from San Diego were sent to troops overseas. This year, officials say the goal is more than 15,000 pounds.
A number of health offices, from Vista to Del Mar, are participating in the candy buy back. Here’s the full list.
