The Crossing partnered with former football coach Gary Pinkel, professional football player L’Damian Washington, and several other businesses in the Columbia community to bring more than 200 brand new Nike shoes to the students and teachers at Douglass High School.

The shoes are a visual reminder for students to take One Step Forward each day toward their dreams. Hear why L’Damian Washington and Gary Pinkel are passionate about empowering the youth in the Columbia community.

Learn more about our local and global partnerships by visiting our Partnerships page.