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Shoes donated to families in need in El Cajon

By Gary Edwards
December 6, 2021
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EL CAJON, Calif .– Thousands of shoes were distributed Sunday to families in need this holiday season.

The Youth Philanthropy Council held its second annual St. Nick’s Kicks at the El Cajon Toyota Center, raising over 13,000 pairs of shoes this year, more than double the amount last year.

“Some families have around 10 children and they cannot afford to buy shoes, so that really means a lot,” said Yusra Hassan, mother of two from El Cajon.

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YPC President and Founder Oggie Holm says the group’s mission is to help break the cycle of poverty by providing families with basic necessities.

“We figured it was Christmas time and families during COVID were able to afford the rent, let alone afford a Christmas present,” Holm said.

YPC was started by a group of high school students in 2018.

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“The shoes would be something where not only are they a necessity, but would also make a great gift,” said Holm.

Families waited several hours in their cars and in person for a free pair of shoes.

“The turnout is much higher than we might have expected,” said Holm.

The event started at 8 a.m. and continued until there were no shoes left.

To get involved with the Youth Philanthropy Council, click here.

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