Samaritan's Feet will receive the first shipment of 20,000 shoes to be distributed to the gulf next week with others to follow. "They have assembled a core logistics team led by Scott Carr, President of Bonded Logistics, and David Taylor, VP Operations of DMSI Logistics to make this happen," Ohonme said.
All Off Broadway Shoe Warehouse (OBSW) retail stores in North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina will serve as drop-off points in the Southeast for this project, according to Jimmy Burbee, Regional Manager of Off Broadway Warehouse Stores. Visit www.offbroadwayshoes.com for the drop-off location nearest you. Other locations in the Northeast, Midwest, West coast, and Mid-Atlantic States will be announced shortly. Companies willing to donate new shoes or serve as drop-off locations can contact Manny Ohonme at Samaritan's Feet.
'They look forward to working with Katrinashoes.org in reaching the people affected by the recent hurricanes,' said Ohonme. 'What a message of hope and love to send to these folks as they begin to put their lives back together to give them new shoes to help them take the first new step toward rebuilding their lives,' he added.
They are seeking donations of only new shoes,' Ohonme said. 'These victims don't need their handouts or hand-me-downs, but a hand-up." To find out how you or your organization can become a part of the Million Pair Shoe drive, or if you would like to make a cash donation for packaging, supplies, or assist with trucking needs.
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