National shoe retailer Rack Room Shoes, a partner with Claremont-based nonprofit Shoes That Fit for 15 years, recently announced it raised more than $2 million to help more than 37,000 children get the shoes they need in 2022.

“We have been able to make a real difference in the lives of so many children,” said Rack Room Shoes President and CEO Mark Lardie. “We look forward to continuing our relationship with Shoes That Fit by partnering to bring hope to children in need.”

To date, Rack Room Shoes has helped over 450,000 children nationwide acquire new shoes for school and everyday use.

Amy Fass, CEO, and executive director of Shoes That Fit, added, “We are humbled by the enthusiastic and loyal support of the Rack Room Shoes team and their customers. We are thankful for their generosity in bringing new athletic shoes to kids so they can attend school with dignity and joy, prepared to learn, play, and thrive.”

Folks can donate monetarily to Shoes That Fit at shoesthatfit.org/donate or by dropping off new or gently used shoes at 1420 N. Claremont Blvd., Unit #204a, Claremont.