Local law firm donated over $10,000 to fund shoes for 104 DFW-area families
1-800-TruckWreck, powered by Witherite Law Group, partnered with K104 FM, Dallas’ Hip-Hop and R&B station, to host its first free back-to-school “Shoesday” giveaway in the area. Designed to provide new shoes to school-aged youth as they return to school, “Shoesday” took place at WSS in Dallas on Friday, August 8.
Though the event was scheduled to start at noon, families from the area began to gather at 4:00 a.m. on Friday. The first 104 families received one $100 gift card, sponsored by 1-800-TruckWreck. Gift cards were distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition to gift cards, attendees were treated to live broadcasting from Cat Daddy, a radio personality at K104 FM, and free snow cones.
The average cost of school supplies has steadily risen over the years. Today, supplies for elementary school can range from $50 to $100 per student, and $150 to $200 per student for middle and high school. Add to this the cost of shoes and clothing, and families that are financially challenged may be forced to prioritize, or even forgo, some items over others. Research indicates that new shoes foster self-confidence and can lead to improved academic outcomes and in-class behavior, and 1-800-TruckWreck is providing the resources necessary to empower families to equip their students with the items needed to focus on school and start the year with poise and assurance.
1-800-TruckWreck will also sponsor the “Backpack Zone” at the For Oak Cliff Back to School Festival from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, August 9, at 907 E. Ledbetter Dr., Dallas, TX 75216, where they will give away backpacks filled with supplies to 2,500 students. A value of over $65,000 to further help offset the cost of school supplies. Led by Amy Witherite, Witherite Law Group and 1-800-TruckWreck are committed to putting people first, investing in the communities they serve, and building bridges of opportunity that create stronger communities.
