Sky Zone Launches Limited Edition SkySocks Line Featuring St. Jude Patient Art During September, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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September 17, 2024 // Franchising.com // PROVO, Utah – Sky Zone announced today its partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® to release a limited edition line of SkySocks showcasing art created by St. Jude patients Calvin and Ty. Proceeds from the purchase of SkySocks will benefit St. Jude patient families and further the St. Jude mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.

Sky Zone has committed $750,000 to St. Jude over three years. The socks will be available at participating Sky Zone locations starting Sept. 16 in honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, with 10 cents from the sale of each pair of socks benefitting St. Jude.

“Every child deserves to experience the joy of play. Supporting the work that St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital does is one way we can help ensure that for children around the world,” said Shawn Hassel, CEO of Sky Zone. “We are deeply inspired by the creativity and resilience of their patients and are excited to see their artistic talents brought to life. Sky Zone has long served as a beacon of fun and hope for many – I know these socks will bring even more joy to our parks for both our guests and team members.”

Art therapy plays a crucial role in the comprehensive treatment plans at St. Jude, where child life specialists help kids to play, express themselves and care for their mental health throughout their time at St. Jude. When families, supporters and researchers walk the halls of St. Jude, patient art greets them through displays in hallways and common areas.

“We’re incredibly grateful for this new partnership and generous three-year commitment from our friends at Sky Zone that will help advance the mission of St. Jude and bring the joy of patient art to supporters around the country,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “All kids facing catastrophic illness should be given the quality care they deserve. Through partnerships like this, St. Jude can provide that care and focus on what matters most – accelerating treatments and cures across the globe.”

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

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