Equipment
Oaklyn Cougars Youth Football
Purchased helmets and funded player registration fees for young athletes in the Oaklyn Cougars organization — a team close to Dan's heart.
Dan's Gentle Soles
In memory of Daniel J. Hogan — spreading joy through the gift of sneakers, one pair at a time.
15+
Pairs Donated
5
States Reached
10+
Groups Supported
Our Mission
Dan's Gentle Soles was founded in memory of Daniel J. Hogan — honoring his kind spirit, his love for sneakers, and his gentle soul. We provide new sneakers, sports equipment, and essential gear to young athletes, children, and families in need.
From helping kids who lost everything in natural disasters to funding helmets and registration fees for youth football players, everything we do is done with Dan in mind. We come together in his memory to spread joy — one pair at a time.
Who Was Dan
Daniel J. Hogan was known for his kind spirit, his humbleness, his loyal friendship, and his gentle soul. He had a deep love for sneakers and an even deeper love for his community.
Dan played four seasons for the Oaklyn Cougars youth football organization and was chosen as the coaches award recipient each of those years. His dedication, sportsmanship, and heart left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him.
Dan's Gentle Soles was founded by the Hogan family to honor Dan's memory — carrying forward his generosity and his belief that everyone deserves to feel confident from the ground up. Everything we do is done with Dan in mind. We are certain he would give the thumbs up.
He lives forever in our hearts.
The Collection
A look at some of the sneakers that have found new homes through Dan's Gentle Soles.
Air Jordan 1 Retro High - donated collection
Nike Dunk Low - ready for distribution
New Balance 550 - back-to-school pickup
Adidas Forum Low - community drive haul
Jordan 4 Retro - Dan's personal favorite
Nike Air Force 1 - classic comfort
Recent Contributions
Here's how we've been giving back to our community.
Sneakers
Mississippi Tornado Relief
Donated Nike sneakers to ten members of a high school girls track team in Rolling Fork, MS after devastating tornadoes hit their community.
Sneakers
Colorado Fire Relief
Sent Nikes to young siblings who lost their home and all belongings in the Colorado fires. Tears of happiness when they opened their new sneakers.
Sneakers
Young Athlete's First Basketball Team
Provided new Nikes to a seven-year-old boy from Texas joining his first basketball team — arriving just in time to give him the confidence boost he needed.
Support Our Mission
Your generosity helps us put new sneakers on kids' feet and equipment in young athletes' hands.
Dan's Gentle Soles is a registered charitable organization.
Upcoming Events
Join us at an upcoming event and be part of the mission.
14
JUN
2026
Annual Sneaker Drive
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Audubon, NJ
Drop off gently used or new sneakers for kids in need. All sizes welcome!
20
JUL
2026
DGS Summer Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM TBA
Join us for an evening of food, drinks, music, and community. All proceeds support our fall sneaker and equipment distributions.
23
AUG
2026
Back-to-School Giveaway
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM TBA
Free sneakers for students heading back to school. Nominations accepted in advance.
Nominate a Recipient
Know a child, family, or team that could use a new pair of sneakers or sports equipment? We'd love to hear from you.
Submit a NominationPlease include the nominee's situation and how we can help.
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