SAN ANTONIO – Over 2,000 children received a new pair of shoes at Salvation Army’s 41 annual shoe event Saturday.
Teachers and counselors invited families to the event who may not have the luxury of purchasing new socks, shoes, and school supplies.
One boy named Elvis felt special to have his own pair of shoes.
“It was kind of shocking because I usually get hand-me-downs for my family members. So very rare occasions that I actually get new shoes,” Elvis said.
After making the shoes fit his cool style, Elvis made sure he could play in them.
“I’m hoping they’re good enough to wear to school and, like. They’re comfortable enough,” Elvis said.
His sister Ann Marie felt like Cinderella finding her perfect pair.
“I like them because they’re hot pink, glittery, and they have a zipper,” Ann Marie said.
All the shoes were donated and distributed by hundreds of volunteers.
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