(Long Island, NY) Shoes For All, the not for profit agency that collects new and gently worn shoes for those in need in our community recently held a shoe drive at North Shore University Hospital.
From May 5th to May 17th, the hospital collected 365 pairs of shoes that will be processed by Shoes For All volunteers, and donated to those in need in our community.
“In just 13 days, they collected 365 pairs of shoes…” Said the organization’s founder Dr. Mary Carlson DPM, “It’s great that the community stepped up and I know these families will be thankful.” Dr. Carlson was speaking about the hundreds of families her organization helps each year at one of their many events. Children and adults across the island are in need of proper fitting shoes but just can’t afford them.
Dr. Carlson also thanked the Director of Volunteer Services and head of the volunteer department at the hospital Lisa Briman and Justine Lewis for their assistance during the 13 day shoe drive. “Lisa and Justine were fantastic. Their spirit for volunteering for those in the community that need help really drove this thing home!”
Since it began in 2010, Shoes For All has collected over 30,000 pairs of shoes for the community.
More Information about Shoes For All can be found at: www.ShoesForAll-SFA.com.
More information about Dr. Mary Carlson can be found on her website: www.DrMaryCarlsonDPM.com or by calling 516-248-8188.
