TREASURE COAST — “An Amazon package arrived at my door today and to my delight it was children’s socks from our Amazon Wish List! The first socks of the year,” said Barry Shapiro, Founder of the Treasure Coast Sock Drive.
The official start of the 8th annual Treasure Coast Sock Drive isn’t until Jan 1, 2026. “The generosity of the holiday season gets people into a giving mode for their favorite charities, too.”
Seven years ago, Barry Shapiro set out to support a friend who ran a charity providing food, clothing, and supplies to those in need in New Jersey. Along the way, he discovered that socks are the #1 most requested item by homeless shelters. It made perfect sense—when you’re on your feet all day, socks wear out quickly, and without access to a washing machine, they essentially become disposable…