PORCH Initiative hosts inaugural Sneaker Ball

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The PORCH Initiative hosted its inaugural Sneaker Ball fundraiser on Saturday, October 7.

Proceeds will provide sneakers for Blanchard and Jefferson Elementary School students participating in the Cape Girardeau Public Schools and City of Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Department intramural sports.

Priority for sneaker distribution will be given to students in south Cape Girardeau.

It was a semi-formal adult affair, but sneakers were required! Music was provided by Stacy Mitchhart. Food was provided by Speck Pizza + Street Food.

FOX23 News Anchor Jeremy J. Ford served as emcee of the event.

5-9 p.m.
Scout Hall
420 Broadway Street
Cape Girardeau, MO

Visit capeporch.org for more information and to purchase tickets.

FOX23 was a sponsor of the event.

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