Despite limitations brought on by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) and Kershaw’s Challenge have adapted to continue providing for those in need. On Saturday they joined Shoes that Fit in distributing new pairs of shoes to over 800 students from 92nd St. Elementary School in Watts, California.
The drive-thru event was held at Ted Watkins Memorial Park, with families also receiving food boxes. LADF additionally awarded Shoes that Fit a $20,000 grant to provide new well-fitting athletic shoes for children and a co-branded truck to expedite deliveries to low-income communities.
“While the start of the new school year has been unconventional, the need for a new, well-fitting pair of shoes is more important than ever to keep kids active and healthy as they learn remotely,” LADF CEO Nichol Whiteman said.