The Care Share program was established 21 years ago by former Putnam City counselor Penny Poe. She saw a need in Putnam City and decided to do something about it by creating a program to help families in need. Throughout the school year this program provides new shoes and new and used coats to students who cannot otherwise afford them. Care Share has also taken on the role of Santa during the holidays, ensuring that no child goes without a gift to unwrap. To date more than 10,000 students have benefited from this program.

“We are helping children hold onto their hopes.”
- Penny Poe, Founder of Care Share