The prize was a $100 gift certificate to Forever 21’s online store, with winners judged by photos sent in of contestants’ dads “showing off [their] super hero skills” and a little quip about why their dads are super heroes.

It’s hard to deny that in this society, super dads are important, yet unfortunately somewhat rare. Forever 21’s contest only promotes great things for teens today – especially teen girls, though that’s not to say that it’s not important for teenage boys to have father figures as well. While men’s clothing is also offered via the line 21Men, it’s fairly common knowledge that the majority of Forever 21’s clientele are female. And any somewhat bright person knows that there have been many scientific studies proving the direct correlation of a young girl’s self-esteem with the presence of a father figure. Through this contest, Forever 21 is promoting good parenting and inadvertently telling teens, “It’s cool to have a great dad.” Warms your heart, doesn’t it?

Sure, Forever 21 is just trying to build three-way brand loyalty – store to teen to parent, but you’ve gotta admit it’s a smart move. Considering a lot of their shoppers are spending money their parents give them. And at the end of the day, those confident girls (and guys, if they want) can put on a mini-fashion show for their proud fathers.

We’ve rounded up 9 free eCards to send to your proud Papa to let him know he’s in your thoughts. Click the links to personalize and send.

Humorous Free Father’s Day eCards

Before Kids {Hallmark}

For a brief acknowledgment of the gray hair’s you, or your siblings may have given your dad, there’s this interactive timeline.

Still Feeling the Recession? {SomeEcards}

But It Could Be Worse! {SomeEcards}

When You Want to Confirm That You’re His Favorite? {SomeEcards}

And If the Dad You’re Celebrating is the Father of Your Children…{SomeEcards}

Click through to the second page for Sentimental Father’s Day eCard Ideas