Star Student Started Sneaker Recycling, Fund-raising Organization

PORT WASHINGTON, NY — New York is full of bright, driven young people making a difference in and out of the classroom. That’s why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.

This submission comes from Allison Muller who nominated Danny of New York.

If you know a student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured as a Star Student on Patch.

What is the star student’s name?

Danny

What grade is the student in?

11

How do you know the star student?

My son

Tell us about your star student's accomplishments and why they deserve to be recognized on Patch!

March 2024 Danny started Kicks4change - a passion turned into purpose - a sneaker recycling and fundraising organization. Sneakers take 30 years to decompose in landfills releasing toxic chemicals into our air and soil. Danny collects sneakers and recycles and/or repurposes them on his own and with GotSneakers.

All proceeds are donated to a charity that provides new athletic footwear to athletes in underserved communities. In the last 12 months over 1600 pairs of sneakers have been collected and $1100 donated. The sustainability impact 44000 lbs of carbon dioxide displaced and 3.3 million gallons of water saved. He has 8 collections boxes in town and 1 at NBC sports HQ in Stamford, CT. See article in April Port Washington Living Magazine for additional details.

What three words best describe your star student?

Driven, Dedicated, Passionate

Keep up the great work, Danny If you know an outstanding student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.

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