Jason Taylor Foundation's 21st Annual 'Cool Gear for the School Year' Event
WPLG Local 10September 5, 20252 min408 views
4 connectionsΒ·6 entities in this videoβSupporting Students' Back-to-School Needs
- π‘ For 21 years, the Jason Taylor Foundation has hosted the "Cool Gear for the School Year" event to assist local students.
- π― This initiative aims to alleviate the financial stress of back-to-school shopping for families in South Florida.
Event Details and Impact
- ποΈ This year, 60 children were brought to Old Navy to shop, each receiving $300 in tax-free funds.
- πΈ The store offered a 50% discount, making the shopping experience even more accessible.
- π Since its inception in 2005, the foundation has awarded over $370,000 to more than 2,200 kids.
Building Confidence and Community
- π§ Monica Taylor, Vice President of the Jason Taylor Foundation, emphasizes the goal of building kids' confidence and ensuring a smooth school year.
- β€οΈ The event fosters a sense of community, with volunteers returning year after year, some for as long as 18 years.
- π€ The Miami sports community, including collegiate and professional teams, showed up to support the event.
Personal Shopping Experiences
- π Students like Naya shared their style preferences, focusing on sweatshirts, light wash jeans, and dresses.
- β¨ Volunteers, including sports journalist Joy Taylor, assisted students in finding the perfect outfits.
- π While fashion was a focus, students also expressed a desire for snacks to complete their shopping.
A Labor of Love
- π The event is described as a "labor of love," with staff volunteering their time on a holiday.
- β The 21st annual event was an absolute success, providing a positive experience for both the students and the community.
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