No one likes cold feet in the winter. Thanks to the Port Huron Old Newsboys, St. Clair County kids should be able to have toasty warm feet all winter long.
The local charitable organization has been providing access to warm socks, underwear, and boots to kids in need for over nine decades. Families who sign up for help from the Old Newsboys get a voucher to Meijer where they can purchase brand new socks, underwear, and boots of their liking to get them through the cold winter and beyond.
To pay for these necessities for around 1000 children, the Old Newsboys are trying to raise $70,000. Almost all of the money raised goes to the children. The organization is run by volunteers and there is no paid staff.
The Old Newsboys organization partners with MDHHS to verify eligibility for families that request assistance. Michelle Brown, a volunteer, said that the application period is closed because the target goal of 1000 children has been met. If donations pick up, they will be able to help more children.
To donate to the Old Newsboys, look for donation canisters in local restaurants, donate online, or mail a check.
https://www.facebook.com/PortHuronOldNewsboys/
Old Newsboys
PO Box 100
Marysville, MI 48040
Old Newsboys Fund at Community Foundation of St. Clair County
https://www.stclairfoundation.org/fund/old-newsboys-association-of-port-huron-fund/
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
