The John Michael Jeffers Memorial Warm Soles Program

The John Michael Jeffers Memorial Warm Soles Program helps keep little feet warm all winter long by providing winter boots to elementary school students in Bay County.

Focused on children from Pre-K through 5th grade, this initiative ensures that every child, regardless of income, can walk to school, play outside, and face cold weather with comfort.

Made possible through generous donations and community partnerships with Huntington Bank, Warm Soles not only meets a basic need—it also brings dignity, warmth, and joy to families across our county.

Thanks to LiUNA 1098, we are able to provide winter coats as well! Please indicate your child’s size in the application.

This program is funded in part by

Huntington Bank Trust Fund

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Enrollment Begins

Aug 13, 2025

Enrollment Ends

Sep 15, 2025

This Program is intended for

Students (Pre-K through 5th Grade)

Who Benefits from this Program

Families experiencing financial challenges to alleviate the burden of additional expenses for proper winter attire.

Required Documentation

Proof of Bay County Residential Address is required, Proof of Need is required

For more assistance contact

Karen Jarmer

Michaela Garcia

this program is sponsored in part by

how united way supports this Program

United Way of Bay County plays a role in securing funding through local donors and key stakeholders in the community. They also coordinate volunteers to shop individually for all of the applicants and distribute the boots to participants.

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