Since 2016, Footwear with Care (FwC) has been providing Hartford’s homeless with durable footwear and medical footcare. Through large-scale clinics held at Dunkin’ Donuts Park, a mobile outreach truck and direct referrals from shelters, schools, police and other organization that help the homeless, FwC has donated over 2,000 pairs of high-quality footwear (sneakers in summer, boots in the winter) and socks. Footwear with Care is a non-profit organization that is a partnership between the Connecticut Podiatric Medical Association, Hartford Police and Fleet Feet. It is powered by a dedicated corps of volunteers from throughout Greater Hartford and supported by donations from individuals and grants from foundations.
For information: www.footwearwithcare.org
Fleet Feet is more than a shoe store. For 24 years, the West Hartford enterprise has served as a starting line for those looking to live healthier lives – whether that’s through running and walking or just needing comfortable sneakers to keep your feet happy all day long. Fleet Feet’s knowledgeable staff provide an extraordinary one-on-one customer experience utilizing modern 3D measurement and Dynamic Pressure Mapping technology to help customers find their perfect sneaker. They also offer a great selection of fitness apparel and accessories, as well as training programs and free commUNITY runs for all ages and abilities.
For more information: www.fleetfeethartford.com
Bill Dougal has more than three dozen years experience as a professional caricaturist. He was ranked among the top ten caricatures at a recent National Caricaturist Network convention, where he also won an award for speed. His caricatures have been published for advertising and editorial purposes. Live caricature drawing gigs throughout Connecticut have helped to prepare him for drawing any face. He loves each challenge presented to him in custom orders. Bill holds a BFA from Hartford Art School.
For a look at Bill’s work visit dougalart.com.