For his 1st birthday, Dominic put money toward his Registered Education Savings Plan (yup, you read that correctly) and Plan Canada got $55.
Posted: December 6, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: birthday parties, charity, charity birthday party, ECHOage, gifts, Plan Canada, RESP Leave a commentThis young boy is going places!
Dominic turns ONE!
Looks like the world can learn a thing or two from Dominic.
Saving for an education and helping other kids in need, all before he can say the words Happy Birthday.
Dominic’s Mom shares why she chose to ECHOage Dominic’s first birthday.
“We decided to use ECHOage so we could make this big event more meaningful. Instead of Dominic getting more toys he doesn’t need, we could put the funds toward starting his RESP.”
“We chose Plan Canada because we sponsor two children already with them and know that a small 
amount can make a big difference to children they support in less fortunate areas of the world”.
We can only imagine what you will do for your 2nd birthday, Dominic.
Happy, happy birthday sweet, little boy!
For Zack’s 9th laser tag birthday party, he got an iPod and Jacob’s Ladder got $160.
Posted: November 14, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: birthday gifts, charity birthday party, invitations, ipod, Jacob's Ladder, kids birthday party, laser tag Leave a commentZack was passionate about helping Jacob’s Ladder as he has a personal connection to Jacob and wanted to do something to help.
Zack’s 9th birthday party.
Not every nine year old chooses to fund research, awareness, education and treatment for neurodegenerative illnesses. But this nine year old chose to celebrate his birthday with his friends and make a difference by supporting this tremendous charity’s mission.
We are certainly inspired by Zack, and of course Jacob who has touched the lives of countless people both young – and not so young – with his loving nature and enormous smile. 
Getting an iPod was certainly icing on the cake for Zack. Nothing like the gift of music and video games to keep a nine year old moving and shaking.
Zack, we thank you for making your Laser Tag birthday party an event that will have lasting impact for Jacob’s Ladder and all of your friends who helped make this birthday party extra special.
For Ethan’s 9th birthday he got an electric scooter and helmet and Autism Speaks got $450!
Posted: November 12, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: Autism, birthday parties, charity birthday, charity birthday party, ECHOage Birthday Party, Electric Scooter, Great Gift, invitaitons, Menaingful birthday. 1 CommentYou spoke Ethan, and your family and friends listened, and took action. They rallied around and helped you to support a cause near and dear to your heart. A community united makes for a powerful and memorable birthday party.
Ethan’s birthday party in support of Autism Speaks.
In his own words, Ethan shares his passion for helping to find the missing pieces of the Autistic puzzle…
“I chose to support Autism Speaks because my uncle Matt, who is one of my best friends was born with Autism. So many kids are born with Autism and I want to help Dr.’s find out why and find a cure. This was the best party of my life. All kids should give to a charity. It felt so good to raise $450.00 and I love my electric scooter!”
Ethan’s ECHOage Award!
Ethan, at nine years of age, you have already made contributions that will last a lifetime. A loving nephew, a young leader and a creative soul.
The beat goes on thanks to you and your generous spirit.
Enjoy your electric scooter and a giant 9th Happy Birthday to you, Ethan!
For Yo Yo’s 5th Birthday he got MC Hammer Pants, A San Francisco Giants T-Shirt, LEGO and Books for Africa got $300.
Posted: November 7, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: birthday invitations, birthdy partie, charity, charity birthday party, gift, giving birthday party, invitations, Lego, MC Hammer, San Francisco Giants Leave a commentYo Yo’s Hip Hop Hippity Hop 5th birthday was a blast. A party in the park in support of Books for Africa for this inspiring young little boy.
Happy 5th Birthday to you Yo Yo!
When asked why he chose to support Books for Africa he said,
“ I liked donating to Books for Africa because there are kids who don’t have any books and it made me happy to help kids, like me, get new books.”
Yo Yo’s birthday gift is helping to end the book famine in Africa. 
At age 5 (that’s right, age 5), Yo Yo is spreading importance of literacy.
Because of you Yo Yo, there is a sweet young boy who will be getting the gift of books all because you chose to make a difference at your ECHOage birthday party.
We hope you are dancing around in your MC Hammer pants right now, feeling proud to be a young leader (and reader).
A Hip Hop Happity Birthday to you Yo Yo.
For Saahil’s 2nd birthday he fed hungry children and got a backyard play space to call his own.
Posted: October 22, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: birthday gifts, birthday party, Canadian Feed the Children, charity, family, giving, invitaitons, parenting Leave a commentSaahil’s parents wanted to give their two year old son the biggest gift of all – the opportunity to experience how good it feels to help others.
A breakfast volunteer from Eel Ground First Nation School shares a bit about Canadian Feed the Children and how Saahil and others like him are making such a big difference.
“The breakfast program has made a huge impact on our school and community. I cannot imagine working with these children every day without the breakfast program to help them through the day. Now, the children not only look forward to attending school but are much better prepared physically and mentally to challenge the rigors of the school day. Thank you once again for your invaluable contribution to our children’s future.”
There was not shortage of outdoor fun and friendship at this birthday party. Saahil, we thank you and your family for sharing your birthday celebration with us and for inspiring other little people to get the gift of their dreams while helping a charity in need.
Happy 2nd birthday Saahil. We are so proud of you!
Hockey for Heart. For Ryan’s 7th Birthday, He Got Skylanders and Lego Ninjago and CARE Scored $390.
Posted: October 15, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: birthday gifts, birthday invitations, Care Canada, charity birthday party, ECHOage, Kids birthday parties, Lego Ninjago, Skylanders Leave a commentFor Ryan’s birthday party he chose to support the charity CARE. Ryan’s Mom said, “After viewing CARE’s commercial, Ryan was moved to action when he saw how one hand can help another.”
Great things certainly can happen when we lend a hand and Ryan’s All-Star line up of birthday buddies helped CARE achieve their goals or defending dignity and fighting poverty. Way to go Ryan. 
Thanks Ryan for being such a great team player and for lending your hand to this very meaningful charity. We hope that you have tons of fun playing and inventing with your Skylanders and Lego Ninjago.
Happy 7th Birthday Ryan.
A Brand New E-Reader and $375 for Action Against Hunger for Finn’s 6th Birthday Bonanza.
Posted: October 8, 2012 Filed under: Birthday Gifts, Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: Action Against Hunger Charity, birthday party, charitable giving, E-Readers, invitations, kids birthday, kids birthday party Leave a comment
Finn got an E-Reader and Action Against Hunger got $375
Finn and his friends had extreme fun at an indoor sports playground to usher in his 6th birthday party.
Finn chose to support Action Against Hunger because he “wanted to help people who didn’t have any food so they wouldn’t go hungry.”
Action Against Hunger’s vision is of a world without hunger. A world in which all children and adults have sufficient food and water, equitable access to the resources that sustain life, and are able to attain these 
with dignity.
Seems like at the young age of six, Finn is all about taking action! We are very proud of you Finn for turning your celebration into a birthday party that will keep on giving for years to come.
We would love to hear what is on your e-reading list this year. In fact, we would love for you to be our first ever kids book reviewer. Share any e-book review you like with us simply by clicking on the comment box and we will share your thoughts with other young, generous readers and leaders.
Happy 6th Birthday Finn!
For Abby’s 8th Birthday, Because I Am A Girl got $110 and She Got a Bounty of New Books.
Posted: September 27, 2012 Filed under: Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: Because I Am A Girl, Birthday, birthday gifts, birthday parties, birthday party, birthday party idea, birthday presents, charity birthday, charity birthday party, gifts, Girl Effect, invitation, parenting, party idea Leave a commentWe love to hear about new birthday party themes. And Abby’s certainly takes the cake. Butterflies were the main event at this party. They played butterfly games – wrapping girls up in paper cocoons having them race to emerge as butterflies, they ate butterfly cookies and even had a butterfly scavenger hunt. Creativity at its finest.
Making a difference at age 8!
8 year old Abby said, “I chose to support Because I Am A Girl because I think girls should have the same rights as boys all over the world, and not just in certain places.” Abby, we couldn’t agree any more. And we are thrilled that you chose to share your thoughts about this with friends and family on your special day.
Abby loves to read. Anything and everything! With her funds raised at her birthday party, Abby is going to buy a whole new bounty of books. We can’t think of a better gift for this beautiful butterfly.
Did you know October 11th is International Day of the Child Girl? It only takes ONE girl to change the word. Thank you Abby for making a difference at such a young age.
An IPod, A Pottery Party and a Trip That Sparked an Act of Kindness. Now That’s a Birthday Party!
Posted: September 13, 2012 Filed under: Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized Leave a comment
Isabelle is making much more then pottery at her 10th birthday party. She is shaping the lives of many children in need by contributing to Make-A-Wish.
“I saw some kids while on vacation in Florida who were there with Make-A-Wish. I saw how sick the little girl was and really wanted to somehow help her and the other kids like her.”
Two wishes came true at this birthday party:
Isabelle got an IPod and Make-A-Wish got $170.
This is Isabelle’s 4th ECHOage party! Yup. That’s right. Four years of making a difference and getting the gift of her dreams.
Her younger sister Nadia is even following in her footsteps at age 6 with an ECHOage birthday party of her own.
We can’t wait to see what’s in store for your 11th birthday party Isabelle. Dream big!
The Triple Crown Birthday Party – Horseback riding lessons, saving animals and a love of nature.
Posted: September 4, 2012 Filed under: Charity, ECHOage Birthday Parties, Gifts, Stories about children, Uncategorized | Tags: Birthday, birthday gifts, birthday parties, birthday party, birthday party idea, birthday presents, charity birthday, charity birthday party, gifts, invitation, kids birthday party, kis birthday parties, parenting, party idea Leave a comment
After spending a summer getting to meet and see lots of different animals at camp, through her travels with her family and many visits to the Zoo, Isabel felt really strongly about wanting to help animals. “I love animals and I wanted to help them so they don’t disappear”
For her 7th birthday, Isabel will be getting Riding Lessons and WWF will be getting $215. We can’t think of a better gift for Isabel to get from all of her friends.
Isabel starts horseback riding lessons for the fall next week. She fell in love with riding while away with her family in Banff National Park this summer (seeing lots of animals – bears, elk, deer, mountain goats). She is most excited about “learning how to take care of a horse and brushing it”
Happy 7th birthday Isabel.
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