BELL COUNTY, Texas — KCEN 6 News is partnering with Communities in Schools of Greater Texas (CIS) based out in Killeen to host a shoes and sock drive from Nov. 15 to Dec. 15.
For the Shoes 4 Kids Drive, we are asking folks to donate new socks and/or shoes for students who are in need for several school districts across Central Texas, including but not limited to: Killeen ISD, Temple ISD, Copperas Cove ISD, Salado ISD and Jarrell ISD.
"You would be surprised how many kids go to school wearing dilapidated shoes; shoes with holes in them or shoes with soles literally hanging by a thread. Needless to say, this can be embarrassing for the student, and usually leads to lower self-esteem," said Executive Director Michael Dewees. "In addition, you would be surprised how a new pair of shoes can brighten up the face of a student in need. Believe it or not, in situations such as this, a new pair of shoes is preferred much more by the child than any toy or game! I think that alone speaks volumes."
Shoes 4 Kids Drive has been a part of the community for the past 15 years and sees great success, Dewees said. He added that Communities in Schools tends to see 200 to 300 pairs of brand new shoes throughout the monthly drive.
"... Knowing it puts smiles on the faces of kids in need. Their donation helps students overcome this challenge, thus allowing them to be able to focus more on school and their studies," he said.
How to donate
You can donate to the locations listed below at anytime between Nov. 15 to Dec. 15.
However, on Nov. 20, the KCEN 6 News team will be out at the Fort Hood Area Association of Realtors, 306 W. Mary Jane Dr. in Killeen, to also take donations in person, as well as provide the community an opportunity to meet their favorite newscasters!
KCEN 6 News Shoes 4 Kids drive
More drop-off locations (at any time)
- Communities in Schools, 4520 E. Central Texas Expressway, Suite 106, Killeen
- Central Texas College Student Lounge, 6200 W. Central Texas Expressway, Killeen
- Texas A&M Central Texas, 1001 Leadership Place, Killeen
- Carlson Law Firm, 100 E. Central Texas Expressway, Killeen
- Carlson Law Firm, 2010 SW HK Dodgen Loop, Suite 201, Temple
- Salado ISD Admin Building, 601 N. Main St., Salado
Can I donate money instead?
Yes! Click here to find the donation link on CIS' website. You can also click here to donate via PayPal.
About Communities in Schools
CIS assists Central Texas children in need with a number of services, including providing them with new shoes, socks and clothing. Read more about the organization.
