In 2015, Project MKC was approached by the Italian Scholarship Foundation about a partnership in bringing winter boots to students in Mahoning County. Through the initial $10,000 grant, Project MKC was able to distribute 214 pairs of Made in USA boots to students at schools and organizations all over Mahoning County. This program has continued to grow immensely and has been incredibly meaningful to hundreds of children in our local school districts.

Over the years, MKC has been able to provide over 10,000 pairs of boots, shoes, and socks to area students through an increased grant from the Italian Scholarship Foundation, as well as contributions from other charitable foundations such as the Ronald McDonald House Charities, and The Jane F. Lamb Foundation.

The children are always so excited to receive a new pair of boots for the winter weather. For some, it was most likely the first new clothing item that they have ever owned. One student exclaimed, “it is like Christmas after Christmas!”

One of the larger past donors of this program doesn't have the funds available this year, so we are turning to the community to help us purchase the Kamik boots this season. For just $30/each, you can sponsor winter boots and socks for one child! Please consider making a donation toward our Best Food Forward Boot Program this year.

Best Foot Forward Winter Boot Program

By Project MKC

Best Foot Forward Winter Boot Program

To date, Project MKC along with the Italian Scholarship Fund, Jane F. Lamb Foundation, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Bombas Socks, and other community supporters have distributed over 10,000 Shoes and Boots, and over 70,000 pairs of Socks!