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Shoes That Fit, a nonprofit that gives children new athletic shoes to attend school with dignity and joy, hosted an event at the Parkdale Community Center last month in join forces with Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom. Over 200 children received new shoes donated by Clark County and enjoyed fun activities such as street hockey games, soccer, basketball, and football.
"One in five children in the United States live in poverty, and shoes are one of the most expensive items for low-income families to provide. When families must choose between putting food on the table or buying new shoes for school, you can imagine that food wins every time. The simple gift of a pair of shoes can increase a child's confidence, attendance, and performance at school, and we are so thankful that Clark County is taking the time to make such a positive impact on these kids," said Amy Fass, Executive Director & CEO of Shoes That Fit.
Shoes That Fit delivered new athletic shoes to approximately 127,000 children in more than 1,500 schools across all 50 states last year alone. To learn more, please visit: http://www.shoesthatfit.org.
Source: Shoes That Fit
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