(Batesville, IN) – Batesville Main Street has launched a shoe drive fundraiser to help raise funds for community events such as Touch-A -Truck, Batesville Music Bash, The Holiday Tree Lighting, and more.
Main Street will earn funds based on the total weight of gently-worn, used and new shoes collected. The organization is partnering with Funds2Orgs, which will issue a check for the donated shoes.
Proceeds will directly benefit Main Street community events and downtown revitalization efforts.
You can donate shoes at Amack’s Well Community Coffee House; Indiana Pet Supply, and the Southeastern Indiana YMCA.
All donated shoes will be redistributed through the Funds2Orgs network of micro-enterprise and small business partners around the world.
Funds2Orgs works with micro-entrepreneurs in developing countries to help create, maintain, and grow small businesses in areas where economic opportunities are limited.
Proceeds from shoe sales help provide food, clothing, housing, and education for families in need. One budding entrepreneur in Haiti even earned enough to send her son to law school.
“We are excited about our shoe drive,” said Amy Lunsford, Executive Director of Batesville Main Street. “We know many people have extra shoes in their closets they would love to donate. By doing so, they help us raise money for efforts to revitalize and support our downtown district through events, business partnerships, and community connection. At the same time, these donations create economic opportunities for families in developing nations. It’s truly a win-win for everyone.”
By donating gently-worn, used, and new shoes to Batesville Main Street, community members can help give shoes a second life while making a positive impact around the world and at home.
For more information, contact Lunsford at (407) 625-7911 or BatesvilleInMainStreet@gmail.com.
