Hannah’s Socks “Sock Drive” Instructions

Hannah’s Socks is inspired by Hannah Turner of Perrysburg, Ohio, who at the tender age of 4 offered her own socks to a homeless man who had none.

The work the Hannah’s Socks team does in a growing number of communities is only possible because generous people just like you engage their friends, family, neighbors, schools or churches in Sock Drives – a fun and inspiring way to make a difference in the lives of others!

How to conduct a Sock Drive Care, share, give a pair! People love the idea that something as simple as socks can impact the life of a person in need. Putting together a basic plan for your Sock Drive will ensure you create the biggest possible impact:

1. Pick a group of people you want to share Hannah’s Story with, and decide how you want to engage them. You may go door-to-door on your street, or work with a leader at your church or school, or ask your employer to support your effort. 2. You can print and use the Hannah’s Socks brochure (contained in this packet), send emails, or simply direct people to www.hannahssocks.org to learn more. 3. Next, establish a collection point where people can drop off their donation. You can use the Socks Box poster (contained in this packet) to decorate a sturdy cardboard box. Placing your box at a business, church, or other publicly accessible location is a good idea. (If you live near one of our offices, we can supply boxes.) 4. Don’t forget to set a deadline so people know when your Sock Drive will conclude! 5. Plan to follow-up with your original group of contacts a few days before the Sock Drive ends, to remind them of the deadline and encourage last-minute donations.

What to do when your Sock Drive ends Your Sock Drive was a success, now it’s time to send the socks to Hannah! Box up the donation and use your parcel service of choice – USPS, UPS, FedEx – to send it to:

Hannah’s Socks c/o Robin Laird 948 Louisiana Ave. Perrysburg OH 43551

(We also can work with you if you want to give your donation to a shelter in your own community! Just be sure to collect a receipt from the shelter leader and mail the receipt to the address above, so it will count towards Hannah’s Sock Goal.)

* Be sure to include a note with your name and address so Hannah can send a thank-you! *

Other notes • Ask your group to collect new – not used – socks in men’s, women’s, and children’s sizes. • We also can use new undergarments, such as briefs and T-shirts. • Men’s sizes are needed most, then women’s. Children’s sizes are needed least.

Interested in more ways to help? Learn about making a financial gift or find out how easy and rewarding it can be to volunteer – Visit www.hannahssocks.org or call (419) 931-4757. Hannah’s Socks Fact Sheet

• Hannah’s Socks is based in Ohio and serves more than 30 partner organizations in Greater Toledo, Greater Cincinnati, Greater Cleveland and Northern Kentucky.

• The shelters and programs Hannah’s Socks serves help the homeless, victims of domestic violence, and underprivileged children. We’ve collected and given more than 100,000 pairs of socks so far.

• At age 4, Hannah Turner of Perrysburg, Ohio, launched the charity by offering her own socks to a homeless man who had none. Hannah is now 9 years old and is in third grade at Toth Elementary School. She helps sort and count socks and she regularly meets with community leaders to tell her story.

• Hannah’s family is the heart of the organization. Her mother Doris Turner and father Victor Turner are co-founders. Hannah is one of 8 children Doris and Vic have adopted. Doris has two older children, one of whom, Keith Johns, oversees day-to-day business operations.

• Hannah’s Socks is incorporated by the state of Ohio and is recognized as a 501(c)(3) by the U.S. government.

• Hannah’s Socks is governed by a 16-member Board of Directors, comprised of community leaders from Greater Toledo and Greater Cincinnati.

• You can visit Hannah’s Socks online:

o Website – www.hannahssocks.org o Facebook – www.facebook.com/hannahssocks o Twitter – www.twitter.com/hannahssocks

Hannah's Story

On a chilly Thanksgiving Day in 2004, 4-year-old Hannah Turner was helping serve dinner to the needy at Toledo's Cherry Street Mission.

In the middle of the hustle and bustle of doing her part to fill plates, she tugged on her mother Doris' sweater.

"Mommy, won't his feet be cold?"

Hannah had focused on a man in line wearing shoes that had split open to reveal he had no socks on, and her small face reflected concern.

Doris tried to reassure her: "His shoes will keep his toes warm." She didn't know how they could help with all staff focused on the meal, and she didn't want her daughter carrying a burden.

Hannah — too smart, too big of heart — was unconvinced.

"Mommy, he can have my socks," she said.

That next day, Doris took Hannah to purchase and distribute socks to local shelters. The following two years, they were able to collect and donate over 100 pairs around Toledo.

Now co-founders Doris and Vic Turner are leading an energetic team of volunteers who are launching Hannah's Socks as a full-fledged non-profit organization serving NW and SW Ohio. They’re seeking sock donations, people who can volunteer their time, and people interested in providing financial support.

Learn more at www.hannahssocks.org, or call 419-931-4757 (NW Ohio) or 513-502-8168 (SW Ohio) today. “Mommy, he can have my socks.”

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Care. Share. Give a Pair!

Please donate new socks and underwear in men’s, women’s and children’s sizes for distribution to homeless and domestic-abuse shelters

Have questions or need help? Call 419-931-4757.