Skechers USA, Inc. said it is donating $100,000 to Haiti earthquake relief efforts as well as 5,000 pairs of shoes to the people of Haiti.
Skechers employees also are raising funds for various charities operating on relief efforts for victims of the tragic earthquake in Haiti.
Specifically, Skechers donated $50,000 each to Doctors without Borders and Save the Children – two charities deeply involved in delivering aid to the devastated nation. And the chas also delivered 5,000 pairs of shoes to Soles 4 Souls, a charity that distributes new and lightly worn footwear to those who need it most.
“Skechers has become a brand known around the world, and as a member of the global community, it's essential that we assist those in need in times of great tragedy,” began Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers . “The level of devastation in Haiti is beyond comprehension. We hope that our contribution of money and footwear will make a difference, and we encourage individuals and companies to join in the efforts to help the people of Haiti by giving, giving, giving.”
Greenberg continued: “The Skechers team of employees acts very much like a family, always willing to lend a hand to a colleague. I am proud that so many members of our team came together to raise money – in the United States and abroad. Thousands of dollars
have also been donated by our employees for several charities working on relief efforts in Haiti.”
Skechers donated and raised cash for victims of the Indian Ocean Tsunami in 2004 and Hurricane Katrina in 2005. And Skechers contributes product when appropriate, most notably to victims of the 2007 California Wildfires.
