Win-It-Wednesday: Rudi’s Gluten-Free Bakery Prize Pack
The air is chilly and snow is still (unfortunately!) in the forecast, but summer, I promise you, is right around the corner.
And with summertime comes the memories of childhood… beach outings, barbeques, fireworks and overnight summer camp. But for those with celiac disease or a gluten-intolerance, summer camp can be challenging… and scary.
For some kids an overnight summer camp can be an apprehensive situation in itself. Throw into that mix a strict gluten-free diet, and the thought of being away from home for a whole week can be terrifying.
But there is no reason that a gluten-free diet should get in the way of kid’s having a great time at summer camp… and that is why I was so excited when I found out that Rudi’s Gluten-Free Bakery was offering scholarships to 20 kids (10 from the US and 10 from Canada) for a one-week gluten-free overnight summer camp trip!
The “Happy Camper” scholarship program is taking place from February 18th to March 18, 2014. It is easy to enter to win too. Just check out the application on Rudi’s Gluten-free Facebook page and have your kid(s) (or you) submit a 100-word essay on “what makes them special” (this should be pretty easy, right?) for a chance to win a one-week scholarship to attend a gluten-free overnight camp. Rudi’s will then select the winner’s that will have an unforgetable fun-filled and safe camp experience.
And as another bonus, Rudi’s Gluten-Free has generous offered to sponsor this week’s WIN-It-Wednesday on BeFreeForMe.com!
Two (2) lucky winners will each win a prize pack of THREE (yes, 3!) FREE product coupons for Rudi’s Gluten-Free items. One (1) winner will be randomly selected from the entries received before Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 11:59 PM EST, and one (1) more winner will be randomly selected to win from the entries received between Wednesday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 11:59PM EST. SO – make sure you enter to win two times!
How can you win?
Easy!
Reply to this blog and tell us (in a sentence or two) why your kids, grandkids, nieces/nephews, etc. are special. (Me? Their caring and upbeat attitudes always put me in a great mood!)
(Please note: If you leave a comment on this blog post you are only entering to win the Rudi’s prize pack. To enter the camp scholarship contest you must enter on Rudi’s Facebook page!)
Good luck, always be a Happy Camper… and as always,
Be Free!
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Tags: Gluten-free summer camps, Rudi's Gluten-Free Bread, Rudi's Happy Camper Scholarship, Win-It-Wednesday
February 26th, 2014 at 6:25 am
My daughter is special, she just graduated following her dream of working with computer animation and photography, doing what she loves!
February 26th, 2014 at 7:13 am
My daughter sings constantly – it is impossible to stay grumpy when I hear her sweet little voice belting out show tunes!
February 26th, 2014 at 8:07 am
I can always count on them to give me a huge smile.
February 26th, 2014 at 8:20 am
My daughter is a champ–she always has a smile on her face and a love for life. She always keeps me laughing and smiling.
February 26th, 2014 at 9:23 am
My granddaughter is special because she is so very accepting and supportive of my Celiac and food allergy dietary needs when I visit them. She also copes with her own sensitivities and her mother’s Celiac and food allergies just as well.
February 26th, 2014 at 9:29 am
They love you no matter what! 🙂
February 26th, 2014 at 10:50 am
My Son is special because he is so kind and happy. He’s alwaya wants to be my little helper.
February 26th, 2014 at 10:58 am
My gluten free girl has never felt sorry for herself, she never cheats on the diet, and informs her friends what gluten free is all about. She even taught her home ec. teacher about cooking gluten free!
February 26th, 2014 at 1:38 pm
my nieces and nephews have so much heart..and despite being raised in a single-family home..are so kind and thoughtful of others…perhaps i shouldve said because of being raised by a single mother!
February 26th, 2014 at 3:29 pm
My kids have taken to caring for me and helping me out in so may ways. I am not as young and able as I use to be. My grandkids always put a smile on my face and give me a good laugh. You just really have to love the stuff that little ones do. Both my kids and my grandkids are my life.
February 26th, 2014 at 4:41 pm
They are always positive and so innocent, they look at life in such a good way. We should all have a upbeat positive and outlook on life like they do!
February 26th, 2014 at 10:07 pm
my nieces and nephews are so special because they say the cutest things. Even though we are far away, my nephew always calls to skype!
February 27th, 2014 at 7:41 am
My kids are very special to me – always looking out for their mom. It means the world to me.
February 27th, 2014 at 11:06 am
My nieces and nephews are so imaginative with such great ideas, and they always want to share them with me. I love it!
February 27th, 2014 at 11:14 am
My daughter is super creative and really fun. She is a serious musician but also make a musical instrument out of anything she finds around the house or at school.
February 27th, 2014 at 12:04 pm
I have a son who was born autistic (at age 8 he is 98% recovered) who has been through 8 years of therapies/treatments/procedures. He also has food allergies to gluten dairy soy bananas and many other foods. His optimistic attitude has amazed me. So many time throughout his life I just have worn out to the point of tears and he is always there. Younger when he was unable to speak it use to be just his hand upon my arm. Now it’s hugs and and a I love you encouraging word from him. He has helped me more than I have helped him. He is always the encourager no matter the situation.
February 27th, 2014 at 12:27 pm
All of my kids are so supportive of each other’s dreams & of their limitations. Even tho we only have two gluten free and one casein free all six of us remember and cook accordingly. If we are out and about they watch out for hidden ingredients. We all take martial arts and since I am the newest student & the lowest rank they help me train and learn my forms.
February 27th, 2014 at 1:12 pm
This a reply for the Rudi’s prize pack. My kids are grown and gone, so we don’t need the Camp prize. The prize pack is too good to not try for . I am the one with Celiac, and love Rudi’s. I crave mexican food, and found out Rudi’s Tortilla’s make the best burritos, to premake and freeze for on the go snack. All the other tortilla’s I have tried crack and break, how depressing. Rudi’s has been my sanity saver.
February 27th, 2014 at 3:17 pm
Kids are special for their excitement and smiling face.
February 27th, 2014 at 4:33 pm
My nephews are special because they call once a week to see how we are doing.
February 27th, 2014 at 7:15 pm
There are so many special things about my nephew. I like that he loves to help in the kitchen, esp. when making pizza.
February 27th, 2014 at 8:34 pm
I buy Rudi’s gluten free bread at the local food Coop. I make croutons for my salad, since I can’t have wheat.
February 28th, 2014 at 10:07 am
Children remind us how happy we can be with the simple things in life.
February 28th, 2014 at 3:04 pm
My Son! He has grown up to be a wonderful person, who loves his job, has a great girl friend (soon to be wife) and lives on a farm (the best way to raise kids).
February 28th, 2014 at 4:51 pm
My son gives me strength and lot of happiness in life.
February 28th, 2014 at 6:34 pm
My littlest brother: He’s a born teacher, and his constant curiosity and creative energy inspire me. It’s great to see how he grows, and encourages his peers to grow in almost every situation! And he’s only 10!
February 28th, 2014 at 7:09 pm
Grandchildren provide effortless enjoyment with no responsibility or judgements. They are there to enjoy and love … and we can send them home to their parents when the day is done. Perfect!
March 1st, 2014 at 1:04 pm
my godson is special because he is the first baby i’ve been closely involved with since their birth. I love him to pieces
March 2nd, 2014 at 5:00 pm
My daughter is special because through all her sickness (there’s been too many to list), she still keeps a positive attitude & excels in everything she does! My miracle child! I’m blessed!
March 3rd, 2014 at 8:27 am
My youngest nephew is a caring and courteous teenager and a hunterr; he gave me venison at Christmas because he knows I like it so much.
March 3rd, 2014 at 9:34 am
When I am having a not so good day, they are there to give me a hug and say that it is going to be okay.
March 3rd, 2014 at 11:56 am
My granddaughter that has celiac disease (13 yrs.) rarely feels sorry for herself. She was also born blind, but after about 8 surgeries she can see. Again she rarely complains. I am so proud of her.
March 3rd, 2014 at 3:48 pm
My son is about to graduate college and I am so proud of him and how hard he has worked.
March 4th, 2014 at 11:41 am
Camp is an elusive dream for many children with Celiac disease. Although they would love the swimming, crafts, bon fires, stories and new friendships — wheat in the bread, buns and other baked goods served at breakfast, lunch and dinner is an impossible diet for children with Celiac disease. Enter RUDI’s! The gluten-free products that look and taste like so many of the everyday foods that have wheat can make camping a possible and positive experience for all campers. Hurray for RUDI’s and thank you!!!
March 4th, 2014 at 1:30 pm
My daughter means the world to me. She always makes me smile and we stick together through the good and bad times.
March 5th, 2014 at 8:00 am
I am a gluten free gal!!!! I would love a chance to try this. I have not had bread in over 15 yrs, due to stomach issues. I had no idea this kind of product was out there! I can not wait to try bread again!!!!!!
March 5th, 2014 at 9:58 am
My kids are special because they are compassionate, caring and kind. They listen to advice my husband and I give on they type of person they want to be. They apply this to their behavior and actions in how they treat others. I couldn’t be more proud of the yound adults they have become!
March 5th, 2014 at 10:27 am
My son has the best laugh, all of his teachers have mentioned it to my husband and I. It is unique, infectious, and you cannot help but smile when you hear him laughing! He can always make me smile!
March 5th, 2014 at 1:00 pm
My youngest daughter always says “Mom, you are the bestest mom I have ever had” she is so sweet all the time, and my oldest is always looking out for me and knows when something is wrong she will comfort me.
March 5th, 2014 at 1:30 pm
my nephew treats me not only with respect..but helps me with my lack of computer skills..:)
March 5th, 2014 at 11:49 pm
Second entry- same comments from last entry
March 6th, 2014 at 7:40 am
I’m a preschool teacher as well as a mom and I’m always inspired by my children as well as the children I teach. Young children as so accepting of others despite any differences.
March 6th, 2014 at 9:38 am
My granddaughter helps he mother and myself(we both have celiac) by always trying our foods and most times liking them and being careful in the kitchen. She’s a pro at it now.
March 6th, 2014 at 10:47 am
My grandchildren are all so special. I am thankful that I am able to watch them grow up. I have 2 coming to stay for a week. What fun !
March 7th, 2014 at 12:23 am
For the joy that they can bring to a family.
March 7th, 2014 at 12:24 am
I am thankful for kids for the joy that they can bring to a family.
March 7th, 2014 at 8:35 am
My grandson is special because he is my first and only grandchild and was a micro preemie- only 1 lb 10 oz at birth and is about to turn one year old.
March 7th, 2014 at 12:52 pm
Kids are truly innocent & defenseless, & maybe this is what that makes them so precious. They are full with kindness & curiosity!
March 7th, 2014 at 2:15 pm
My daughters are twins but they each have such unique personalities it’s amazing.
March 10th, 2014 at 8:44 am
My daughter is a really fun kid. She never skips a chance to try to make people laugh!
March 10th, 2014 at 8:15 pm
my kids are special to me because they always make me smile and love me unconditionally
March 11th, 2014 at 8:59 am
My kids give the best hugs that always brighten my days! :)♥
March 11th, 2014 at 9:25 am
My niece and nephew are special because they always make me smile and laugh, no matter how bad my day has been before I see them. They always cheer me up 🙂
March 11th, 2014 at 4:35 pm
My daughters have given me years of fun and love. I am thankful to be a mom!
March 11th, 2014 at 5:26 pm
My son is super special this year because he is giving me a promotion from Mom to Granma!
March 11th, 2014 at 8:39 pm
my nephews are special because they are so freaking cute!!
March 11th, 2014 at 8:43 pm
My neice is special because she is an original, never follows the status quo…and as an old hippie I can really appreciate that!!
March 12th, 2014 at 12:30 am
They are special to me because their carefree spirits inspire me!
March 27th, 2014 at 2:38 pm
Congrats go out to…
Sandi from MA
Melissa from TX
The winners of this fabulous contest!
Be Free!
Kathleen