Shoe Recycling Initiative Begins in White Plains
The City of White Plains is challenging residents to clean out their closets and donate their gently used shoes to a City-wide shoe recycling effort as part of the City’s celebration of Earth Day.
This is the second year the City will undertake a shoe collection and recycling drive. Last year, local businesses, religious organizations, neighborhood associations and schools collected over 4,000 pairs of shoes that were diverted from the waste stream and went on to find a new life where they are greatly needed. The City has once again partnered with Soles for Souls (www.soles4souls.org) on this recycling initiative.
When announcing this year’s initiative Mayor Tom Roach said: “I love this project because it affords everyone an easy opportunity to get involved, be green, and make a positive impact on the fight against global poverty.”
Soles for Souls CEO Buddy Teaster said, he enjoyed working with White Plains. When I had the chance to speak there last year during the shoe drive kick-off the community’s passion and commitment were obvious. I’m sure that this year will be an even bigger success. It’s only through the hard work and generosity of the people of White Plains that we can continue to improve the lives of those in need.”
Donating your shoes couldn’t be easier. Collection boxes are now located in these city buildings for drop off during regular business hours:
- City Hall: 255 Main Street
- Library: 100 Martine Avenue
- Youth Bureau: 11 Amherst Place
- Gillie Recreation Center: 11 Gedney Way
- Ebersole Skating Rink: 110 Lake Street
In addition, the White Plains School District is again partnering with the City to aid in recycling efforts. Families with children in the public schools will also be able to drop off shoes at the Soles for Souls drop boxes located in each school building.
Shoes will be sorted over the weekend of April 26 – 27 at Ebersole Ice Rink. Shoes will continue to be collected at Ebersole until they are counted and shipped.
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