Malik Verdon

Atlanta Falcons

Youth Empowerment

Just a Pair of Shoes
“This organization is close to my heart because these are kids in my hometown.”
Just a Pair of Shoes believes that giving a student a great pair of shoes does wonders for their self esteem, happiness, and sense of belonging. By having a pair of shoes they are excited to wear, during an important stage of their development, students can go through their day with a sense of pride concerning both the shoes on their feet and the opportunities ahead of them.
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