OnlineShoes.com Partners with Patagonia to Raise Funds for 'Healthy Child Healthy World,' October 4-17, 2011

SEATTLE, Oct. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- OnlineShoes.com is excited to be partnering with Patagonia, Inc. to raise funds for Healthy Child Healthy World as part of the Patagonia Advocate Weeks program. From October 4 through October 17, every pair of Patagonia shoes purchased from OnlineShoes.com will earn $10 towards promoting a healthier environment for children.

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"The ongoing efforts of Healthy Child Healthy World to improve our planet can't be underestimated, and we're thrilled to be able to do our part to support them. Thanks to the generosity of Patagonia and their Advocate Weeks promotion, this is a wonderful opportunity to benefit an organization that complements the OnlineShoes.com mission to enhance the lives we touch with comfort and confidence," says Joseph Pisano, OnlineShoes.com buyer.

OnlineShoes.com and Patagonia have enjoyed a successful retail relationship since 2007. Launched in 2010, the Patagonia Advocate Weeks program invites retail partners to select a worthy organization as beneficiary that is in keeping with the guidelines of 1% For The Planet. (See below for more information.)

Healthy Child Healthy World was founded by Nancy and James Chuda, who lost their four-year-old daughter to cancer caused by in utero exposure to pesticides. Since its inception in 1991, Healthy Child Healthy World has been a national leader in educating people about the health hazards and environmental toxins present in and around what should be a child's place of greatest security and safety: Home.

Among the organization's goals are: to expand awareness of toxic risks; encourage easy corrective actions and responsible choices; advocate for change in corporate policies and governmental legislation to protect children; and engage grassroots community action and commitment to creating a healthier world.

With the support of legislators, medical doctors and celebrities such as Olivia Newton John, Meryl Streep and environmental activist Erin Brockovich, Healthy Child Healthy World has inspired millions of parents to create and maintain cleaner, greener, safer environments in which to raise their families.

Shop for footwear by Patagonia at OnlineShoes.com from October 4–17 and help Healthy Child Healthy World build a better future, preserving and protecting the environment for generations to come.  

About OnlineShoes.com: Established in 1996, OnlineShoes.com is the nation's first online shoe retailer. With a history that began decades ago in a family-owned corner shoe store, the company remains committed to delivering exceptional value and service. Featuring products from more than 250 name brands that best exemplify the company's commitment to comfort and style, OnlineShoes.com offers the latest high-quality footwear for men, women and kids, as well as clothing, bags and accessories. Customers are entitled to a 110-percent price guarantee, a 365-day return policy, and free shipping and exchanges on most orders. For more information, visit www.OnlineShoes.com.

About 1% For The Planet: Co-launched by Yvon Chouinard, environmental activist and founder of Patagonia, Inc., 1% For The Planet is a global alliance of more than 1,400 companies that donate one percent of revenues to organizations working for a healthy planet. Located in 44 countries worldwide, 1% members have given over $70 million to environmental causes since 2002. Since 1985, Patagonia, Inc. has been contributing 10% of pre-tax profits or 1% of sales, which ever is greater, to environmental groups around the world. Inspired by the natural world, Patagonia, Inc. manufactures stylish, functional footwear, clothing and bags, and always strives to minimize impact on the environment through thoughtful choice of materials and manufacturing processes.

For more information, please contact: [email protected].

SOURCE OnlineShoes.com