In celebration of National Care for Kids Day on Friday, Sept. 20, Goodwill is excited to announce the launch of its “Socks for Kids” campaign, supporting local students in need. Select Goodwill retail store locations will host a new sock drive to provide essential items for schoolchildren just in time for the cooler fall season.

Partnering with the community, Goodwill invites local shoppers to join the effort by purchasing bags of NEW socks for only $5. These socks will be donated directly to students in our local schools, which are in high demand. According to area teachers, socks are one of the most needed items for children, especially during the colder months. Shoppers can make a tangible difference for students in their neighborhoods by simply buying a bag.

“Together, we can ensure children don’t go without something as basic as warm, comfortable socks,” said Jennifer Tyner, Vice President for Development for Goodwill. “This campaign is a simple yet powerful way for our community to come together and support our students, one step at a time.”

Participating Goodwill stores will also host a special drawing to determine which local schools within the listed counties will receive the sock donations. Purchased socks will be distributed at schools in Bibb, Laurens, and Jones counties.

The following Goodwill retail training stores will be participating in the “Socks for Kids” campaign:

• Goodwill Dublin: 7232 Regional St, Dublin, CA 94568
• Goodwill Eisenhower: 5171 Eisenhower Pkwy, Macon, GA 31206
• Goodwill Forsyth Rd: 4650 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210
• Goodwill Gray: 212 W Clinton St, Gray, GA 31032
• Goodwill Houston Rd: 6109 Houston Rd, Macon, GA 31216
• Goodwill Zebulon: 6255 Zebulon Rd Ste 140-160, Macon, GA 31210

Celebrate Care for Kids Day with Goodwill to support children in need. By purchasing a bag of socks, everyone can make a meaningful contribution to the well-being of local students. As National Care for Kids Day kicks off this campaign, it’s a reminder that small acts of kindness can have a big impact. The sale of socks will continue until supplies are purchased.

For more information on Goodwill and its mission, visit Goodwill’s official website. [www.goodwillworks.org]