Mom Was Struggling To Find Shoes For Her Son. Shaq Came To The Rescue
February 28, 2024
Today’s good news story comes from Kansas City, Missouri.
The Kansas City community rallied together to help 16-year-old Jor’el Bolden, a towering teenager who wears a size 23 shoe, find comfort and support. The story took an unexpected turn when NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal stepped in to make a significant impact on Bolden’s life.
Bolden (left) / Shaq
Bolden, standing at an impressive 6’5″ and weighing 380 lbs, had been struggling to find shoes that fit him due to his unique size. Custom-made shoes were the only solution, but the cost, exceeding a thousand dollars per pair, presented a challenge for Bolden’s mother, Tamika Neal, a single mom supporting her son.
In a heartfelt plea on a GoFundMe account, Neal shared the difficulties of affording custom shoes for her son, stating, “I have spoken to some people who are able to make a shoe for him. They are asking $1500 for one pair. Seeing that he is not done growing, I figure I should get two pairs. As I mentioned, I am a single mom, and it’s just Jor’el and I. I do work, but maintaining the household and buying those shoes is going to be tough.”
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