The REPORTER
The Indiana Fever announced that forward Emma Cannon will host a shoe drive this week at Gainbridge Fieldhouse benefiting underserved adults and children of Indianapolis shelters.
Fans are encouraged to donate new or gently-used shoes of any style or size and can bring shoes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse all week. Fans may also bring shoes during the two Fever home games this week starting tonight against the Phoenix Mercury and also Friday, August 4 against the Connecticut Sun. Both games will begin at 7 p.m.
“Being able to give back to our community in Indianapolis means so much to me, especially with school starting back soon. I hope this helps families as much as possible, and reminds us all that a small gesture can mean the world to someone,” Cannon said.
One of the local shelters that will benefit from Cannon’s shoe drive is the Wheeler Mission Center for Women and Children. Wheeler is a non-denominational, Christian, social services organization, which provides critically needed goods and services to individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, and need in Central and South Central Indiana without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, or religion.
This season, the Indiana Fever selected Wheeler Mission Center for Women and Children to receive a donation as a result of this year’s final standings in the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup. The annual in-season competition during the WNBA season allows WNBA teams to provide funding to local nonprofits in each market focused on women’s health, with a focus on advocacy in Black, Brown, and LGBTQ communities.
In 2022, Cannon also partnered with Brittney Griner’s Heart and Sole Shoe Drive to assist underserved adults and children in Indianapolis.