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Media contact: Ike Crumpler (772) 201-9996 MARTIN COUNTY—Children from low-income households struggling with the regular lack of basic necessities are getting exactly what they need to put their best foot forward—literally. As part of its exciting new initiative, Project New Step Foundation & the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County secured over a thousand […]

MARTIN COUNTY — A new initiative through the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County is putting thousands of pairs of Nike sneakers into the hands of local children whose families struggle to afford basic necessities. The program, called “Project New Step,” was launched by volunteer basketball coach Steven Binder after he noticed more children

We are incredibly proud and grateful to see Project New Step Foundation recognized by WPTV of West Palm Beach, Fla. for the growing impact our Sneaker Celebrations initiative is having on children throughout Martin County, Florida. What started as a simple vision—to ensure every child has the confidence that can come from a new pair

Project New Step Foundation is honored to be featured in a powerful photo essay by TC Palm Newspapers highlighting our ongoing partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs and the impact of our Sneaker Celebrations initiative. On May 13, 2026, at the Bill & Barbara Whitman Club in Indiantown, Boys & Girls Club students received

WFLX Fox 29 Coverage of Project New Step Sneaker Celebrations More than 1,200 children are receiving brand-new Nike sneakers thanks to an inspiring initiative led by Project New Step Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on building confidence, hope, and opportunity for underserved youth. Children across five Boys & Girls Club locations in Florida recently learned

This thoughtful narrative, written by fellow Project New Step Foundation board member Keith Fletcher, highlights the growing impact the foundation is having throughout underserved communities in Martin County, Florida. Keith also serves as the CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County and has witnessed firsthand the confidence, joy, and hope these initiatives are bringing to

Steven Binder, Founder and CEO of the Project New Step Foundation, is making a major impact in the lives of local children by donating more than 1,130 pairs of sneakers to kids at the Boys & Girls Club — giving kids not only proper footwear, but also a confidence boost for school activities and everyday

The Path You Choose Matters Today’s youth are growing up in a world filled with distractions, pressure, confusion, and difficult choices. Every day, young people are faced with decisions that can shape the direction of their future. Some choices lead toward growth, success, and purpose. Others can lead toward struggle, regret, and missed opportunities. The

For many families, a new pair of sneakers is more than a wardrobe update — it’s a financial stretch. Growing feet often outpace growing budgets, leaving parents choosing between properly fitted shoes and other essential household needs. Project New Step Foundation’s free sneaker program is helping ease that burden, one pair at a time. Since

When people hear the words “second chance,” they often think about starting over. But for many individuals rebuilding their lives after incarceration, recovery, homelessness, or personal hardship, it isn’t about starting over—it is about moving forward with purpose. At Project New Step Foundation, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to create a better future.