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California Pier Walk Raises Record $3.3 Million for Children with Special Needs
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What Happened?
The 18th annual Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk raised a record $3.3 million in 2026, supporting children with special needs and public education.
Key points
- The event attracted over 24,000 participants and raised $3.3 million.
- Celebrities like Sugar Ray Leonard and Brooke Burke supported the walk.
- The Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk has raised $35 million over 18 years.
- Proceeds support educational programs and facilities for children with special needs.
- The Friendship Campus, a $70 million project, will open in January 2027.
Key insights
- The record funds raised may lead to expanded programs for children with special needs.
- Increased awareness from the event could foster greater community involvement in similar initiatives.
- The Friendship Campus aims to provide essential life skills for neurodivergent young adults.
Why it matters
This event significantly supports children with special needs and enhances public education funding.
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Skechers· CompanySugar Ray Leonard· PersonBrooke Burke· PersonFriendship Foundation· OrganizationCalifornia· State
Source
Times of India
