Caritas has partnered with Socks for Soles to collect socks for the homeless in the St. Louis area. There is a collection bin in the narthex through December 25th for you to place socks in.
Socks for Soles is a grassroot based non-profit organization dedicated to helping people affected by homelessness in St. Louis, Missouri.
What we do is simple:
- Outreach and fundraise for new socks.
- Donate these socks and items directly to the homeless of St. Louis and homeless organizations of St. Louis.
- Raise awareness through volunteerism and outreach.
Why are socks so important to the homeless?
- Wet socks cause infection and for those with diseases such as diabetes, this could cause skin injury and even amputation.
- Many homeless walk several miles each day in search of food, shelter and essentials.
- With decreasing temperatures, homeless are in danger of frostbite. It takes just 30 minutes when temperatures are below zero.
- Wearing socks and shoes increases someone's feeling of self-worth.
Due to COVID 2020 will not have many drop off locations. If you want to participate please go to Amazon for delivery directly from Amazon.