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Shoe Carnival Inspires Back to School Spirit With Addition of 350 Schools to Philadelphia Donation Program


EVANSVILLE, Ind., Aug. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The first day of school is weeks away, and Shoe Carnival is ready to be the number one stop on your back to school shopping list. The family footwear retailer is welcoming the season in the best way yet ? by giving back to the community.

In continuation of a partnership between Shoe Carnival and Philadelphia school districts, 10 percent of total purchases at select participating locations will go back to the shopper's school of choice upon checkout. Initially launching with 71 participating schools, the program has since expanded to include 350 Philadelphia metro area schools.

"For many families, back to school shopping is one of the most exciting activities of the year," says Cliff Sifford, CEO of Shoe Carnival, "Each year, we provide students with fresh, affordable styles they need to look their best, but this year we wanted to do more. So, we launched a program in Philadelphia that provides educators with resources they need to do their best. Now, with more participating schools than ever, we can't wait to watch this program grow."

"It's a joy to see the sense of renewal our students return with each year," says Rosemary Haenn, Director of Community Partnerships at Independence Mission Schools, "That's why we felt that this program couldn't have come at a better time. We're grateful not only for the donations our schools have received, but also for the light it sheds on our community."

For a complete list of participating schools, visit www.shoecarnival.com/philly-giveback.html. Locals interested in adding their school to the program may do so by emailing Katelyn Henning at [email protected].

Shop The Cause
To support the donation program, shoppers can make purchases at the following Shoe Carnival locations:

About Shoe Carnival, Inc.: Shoe Carnival is one of the nation's largest family footwear retailers, offering a broad assortment of moderately priced dress, casual and athletic footwear for men, women and children with emphasis on national and regional name brands. The Company operates more than 400 stores in 35 states and Puerto Rico, and offers online shopping at www.shoecarnival.com. Headquartered in Evansville, IN, Shoe Carnival trades on the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC under the symbol SCVL. Shoe Carnival's press releases and annual report are available on the Company's website at www.shoecarnival.com.

SOURCE Shoe Carnival, Inc.



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