Sock it to Me!
Living in the Pacific Northwest means dealing with rain; some days (and months!) more than others. With the cold, wet, Pacific Northwest winter just around the corner, Share Vancouver is holding its Fourth Annual “Operation Sole Mates” Sock Drive during the month of October.
“Socks are one of the least donated, yet most needed items,” said Diane McWithey, Executive Director of Share, adding, “They are a ‘renewable need’ that is constant for our clients, year-’round.” Clean socks are a staple of health care. Rain-soaked feet, ill-fitting shoes, constant standing and disease all take their toll on the feet of homeless people. One of the most basic ways to keep feet healthy is to keep them warm and dry – a sometimes daunting task if you spend your days outside.
Share is asking for donations of new athletic socks for both men and women, as well as new underwear for men, women and children (all sizes). All donated items will be distributed to clients of Share’s Outreach program, which provides services to individuals living on the streets, as well as to clients currently in shelter.
Donations can be dropped off at the Share Volunteer Center (1708 Main Street), Monday through Friday between 9 am and 4 pm; the Share House (1115 W 13th St); Share Homestead (4921 NE hazel Dell Ave); or Share Orchards Inn (5609 NE 102nd Ave).
“The mission of Share is to lead the hungry and homeless to self-sufficiency by providing food, shelter, housing, education and compassion through the strength of our community.” For more information, you can visit Share Vancouver online, or call 360-695-7658.
