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Declan with Rep. Mike Fitzpatrick
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Recent Socks For The Streets Awards

  • Declan received the 2025 Youth Citizen of the Year Award
  • Received the 2024 Congregation Award from Representative Brian Fitzpatrick.
  • Declan received the 8th Police District Advisory Council Youth Community Service Award.
  • Mary Jane Shissler received the 8th Police District Advisory Council’s Adult Community Service Award.
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Socks The For Streets is a Non-Profit committed to Warming the Feet and Hearts of those in need.

12 hours ago
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Socks For The Streets is honored to Sponsor the American Hero Hunt 🇺🇲

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Today was a powerful and meaningful day at our Fuel For The Future program at The Bridge Way School

Our youth began by learning and practicing grounding techniques—tools they can carry with them in moments of stress, uncertainty, or overwhelming emotions. Through our grounding stones activity and the distribution of positive “pocket friends,” we reinforced a simple but important message: you are never alone, and you always have something to hold onto—both physically and emotionally.

What truly stood out to us was that every single student was fully engaged from start to finish—something that genuinely warmed our hearts and speaks volumes about their commitment to growth and healing.

We then shifted into one of the most important pillars of recovery—giving back. These students came together to create 100 hygiene kits for individuals in need. In that moment, they weren’t just participants in a program—they were leaders, helpers, and part of something bigger than themselves. Recovery is not just about healing individually; it’s about rebuilding connection, purpose, and community.

After a reflective writing assignment, the atmosphere turned to joy and connection. Together, we prepared and shared a meal—with the students actively helping to cook—building real-life skills, teamwork, and a sense of responsibility. Sitting down together to eat reinforced the importance of community, connection, and shared experiences. We also had the opportunity to celebrate a birthday, reminding us all how important it is to recognize and uplift one another in every stage of life.

Throughout the day, what stood out most were the conversations—real, honest, and meaningful. These moments are where trust is built, where walls come down, and where healing truly begins.

Programs like this matter because our youth matter. It is critical they know they are seen, supported, and never alone on their journey.

We are proud to continue building a space where recovery, growth, and hope come together.
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🐣🌸 Some bunny has been busy tonight! 🌸🐣
Tonight was filled with Easter magic as Socks For The Streets, New 8th District Police Advisory Council, and The Bridge Way School came together to pre-make Easter bags for all the amazing kids who will be joining us! 🐰💛

From filling bags with sweet treats and surprises, every single item was packed with love, care, and a little extra Easter joy. 🌷✨ These aren’t just bags they’re smiles waiting to happen.

The room was full of laughter, teamwork, and that special feeling that only comes when a community comes together to do something good. 💐

We’re so excited to share these goodies and celebrate with everyone at the Easter Egg Hunt—it’s going to be an egg-stra special day! 🐥🎉

#EasterJoy #EggstraSpecial #EasterMagic #CommunityLove #SocksForTheStreets #8thPDAC #BridgeWayHighSchool
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🐣🌸 Some bunny has been busy tonight! 🌸🐣
Tonight was filled with Easter magic as Socks For The Streets, New 8th District Police Advisory Council, and  The Bridge Way School came together to pre-make Easter bags for all the amazing kids who will be joining us! 🐰💛

From filling bags with sweet treats and surprises, every single item was packed with love, care, and a little extra Easter joy. 🌷✨ These aren’t just bags they’re smiles waiting to happen.

The room was full of laughter, teamwork, and that special feeling that only comes when a community comes together to do something good. 💐

We’re so excited to share these goodies and celebrate with everyone at the Easter Egg Hunt—it’s going to be an egg-stra special day! 🐥🎉

#EasterJoy #EggstraSpecial #EasterMagic #CommunityLove #SocksForTheStreets #8thPDAC #BridgeWayHighSchoolImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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