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120 Pairs of New Shoes Gifted to Students at Two RCSD Schools

(October 4, 2024) The Rochester City School District is excited to celebrate a meaningful partnership between Primetime 585 and Wegmans at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School No. 9 and Abraham Lincoln School No. 22.  This collaboration has provided students with over 120 pairs of brand-new sneakers. 

On October 3 and 4, representatives from Primetime 585 and Wegmans visited Schools No. 9 and 22 to deliver donations.  Wegmans employees collected gently used and new shoes, in addition to contributing funds for Primetime 585 to purchase new pairs. 

“Having shoes that are comfortable and feel safe to wear builds confidence,” said Christina Griffin, Community Engagement Manager for Wegmans.  “Kids walk into school with their head held a little higher, and they are more confidence and engaged in their studies.”

The partnership continued beyond just sneakers.  Wegmans donated books, food, crafts, and coloring books for students to take home.