Local high school student coordinates donation of 3,000 socks to Light of Life Rescue Mission

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PITTSBURGH — Light of Life Rescue Mission in Pittsburgh got a donation of 3,000 socks today thanks to the help of a local high school student.

Eden Christian Academy junior Carter Cropper learned that socks are one of the most requested items at homeless shelters, so he contacted sock manufacturers and coordinated the delivery through The Odd Sock,a nonprofit organization from North Carolina.

Light of Life spokesperson Annie Cairns says the number of homeless in Allegheny County has grown nearly 30% since 2021 and this year alone Light of Life has housed 3,000 overnight guests.

Donations like socks, winter coats, hats, gloves and scarves can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Light of Life offices located at 913 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233.

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