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Origins of St. Nicholas Day
St. Nicholas Day and the St. Nicholas Shoe Drive celebrate the spirit of generosity rooted in the legacy of St. Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century bishop remembered for his quiet acts of kindness and compassion for the poor. Observed on December 6, St. Nicholas Day continues the tradition of children leaving their shoes out the night before, hoping to find small gifts or treats by morning—a custom inspired by tales of the saint secretly dropping coins into shoes left by the fire. At Kelly Moore Sheds & Marketplace in Williamsport, Maryland, we honor that same spirit through our annual St. Nicholas Shoe Drive, turning this time-honored tradition into a meaningful way to support local children in need.
The St. Nicholas Shoe Drive: Bringing Tradition to Williamsport
Kelly Moore Sheds & Marketplace hosts the annual St. Nicholas Shoe Drive every December 6 with a simple ask: new shoes only, to ensure dignity and comfort for local children. This drive celebrates the shoe-giving tradition and channels it into tangible support—participants drop off new pairs that brighten a child’s day.
Who Benefits: Children In Need, Inc.
Children In Need, Inc., based in Hagerstown and serving all of Washington County, supports children living at or below the federal poverty level. Since 1998, they’ve provided clothing, hygiene items, school supplies, and new shoes, free of charge. They also offer wraparound services like case management, referrals, and support to address housing or health needs.
A Tradition of Giving Back
This shoe drive fuses holiday tradition with community spirit. Shoes set out for St. Nicholas once held candy and coins—now, they become pairs of new sneakers or boots that help children walk confidently into school. Kelly Moore Sheds & Marketplace honors this legacy by turning a joyful ritual into meaningful help for families in need.
How You Can Help
Gather a few pairs of new shoes, bring them by Kelly Moore Sheds & Marketplace, and join us in honoring St. Nicholas’s legacy through modern generosity. Every pair makes a direct, uplifting difference.
Celebrate kindness. Celebrate community. Celebrate St. Nicholas Day through giving and tradition.
Want to make a difference this holiday season? Call Kelly Moore Sheds & Marketplace in Williamsport, Maryland at (240) 513-6996. Follow us on Facebook. Drop off a new pair of shoes and help brighten a child’s holiday through St. Nicholas Day and the St. Nicholas Shoe Drive.