A Landmark Moment in the Foundation’s Mission to Empower Youth Through Access, Dignity, and Opportunity
Project New Step Foundation is proud to announce a defining milestone in its journey to create meaningful change for children in need. Our mission—to provide free sneakers to underserved youth—is no longer a vision on the horizon. It is officially underway, and it is happening in a powerful way.
Through a close and collaborative partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County, Florida, Project New Step Foundation will distribute 1,130 pairs of brand-new sneakers to children in February 2026. For a first distribution effort, this represents an extraordinary reach and an undeniable statement of purpose.
This milestone is about far more than footwear. It is about dignity, confidence, comfort, and opportunity. For many children, access to proper sneakers directly impacts their ability to attend school with confidence, participate fully in sports and physical activities, and feel included among their peers. Something as simple as a new pair of sneakers can remove daily barriers, boost self-esteem, and positively influence a child’s educational and social experience.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County are among the most trusted and effective youth-serving organizations in the region. Their dedication to academic support, youth development, and providing safe, nurturing environments makes them an ideal partner for this inaugural effort. Project New Step Foundation is currently working closely with their leadership team to finalize distribution details, ensuring that every pair of sneakers reaches a child with care, respect, and maximum impact.
Once distribution details are confirmed, supporters and partners who are available will be warmly invited to attend the event and witness firsthand the results of our collective fundraising efforts and shared mission coming to life. It will be a moment worth celebrating together.
While this achievement marks a major step forward, it is only the beginning. Following this distribution, Project New Step Foundation is preparing to expand its reach to support children at Banner Lake Club in Hobe Sound, Florida, as well as the Children’s Aid Society of New York City. With each step, our footprint grows—and so does our ability to create lasting change.
This announcement represents not just progress, but proof: Project New Step Foundation is delivering on its promise, and the impact has only just begun.