Finding Solutions: Local charity collects sneakers for people experiencing homelessness

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The nonprofit Blankets of Love Charity is hosting its annual sneaker drive this month for people experiencing homelessness.Board member Michael Johnson said the group needs new or gently used sneakers in all sizes.“Our homeless population, they walk great distances back and forth to different agencies to really get the resources they need. And so we want them to walk in dignity. We want them to be comfortable while they’re walking,” Johnson said.How the group startedBlankets of Love Charity first started by helping homeless veterans.“As we got out in the community to help homeless veterans, we were coming across other homeless people who needed help,” Johnson said.The group now helps anyone in need. Volunteers provide food, blankets, clothing and hygiene products. They also connect people to community resources.“I didn’t realize that we had such a homeless population crisis until I got in and started actually volunteering and working and providing services ou