Fancy Feet Network Leads Campaign for Fun, Fitness & Overall Well ...

Deborrah Gilbert

Upland, CA?Fancy Feet Network has recently launched the Pink Shoes Walk For Hope(TM) campaign to inspire the next generation of girls, teens and women through fun walk events, health, nutrition and overall well-being.

?I?m intrigued by the link between women, wellness and our designer shoes. Every woman brings a unique fashion statement and life experience to her wardrobe. ?Buying a pretty pair of shoes is a way of expressing stylish attitudes and purchasing power,? states Deborrah ?Dee? Gilbert, mom, entrepreneur, and avid shoe collector.

She continues, ?Women are key decision-makers and it?s rewarding to exercise economic power, spend discretionary income and stimulate local economies. We?re also focused on solutions to issues affecting our families, homes and businesses; especially the critical needs of vulnerable women, women veterans, children and the elderly. Sexy high heels are only one side of the story. We?re more than sandals, slippers and pumps. We live, learn, earn and give back.?

The Pink Shoes Walk For Hope(TM) initiative energizes women of all ages, faith and passions, to set goals, get fit, feel good and have fun while fulfilling her hopes and dreams, impacting her community and connecting to causes she cares about. Themed wellness celebrations bring people together, face-to-face, to raise funds, friends and awareness for change and all things well ? one step at a time. Walk events and expos give women opportunities to connect to arts & culture, entertainment, giveaways, exhibitors, food & fitness experts, break-out sessions, fun zones and more. Showcases include the education café exhibit which is designed to connect educational excellence and school supplies to children and families in need. The school box kits are just one way to help teachers and other educators reverse the lasting negative effects of poverty, joblessness, homelessness and food insecurity in America.

Ms. Gilbert is the founder and president of Fancy Feet Network. Her work focuses on women?s issues, entrepreneurship and community economic development. She serves as an advisor and board member for community based organizations including the Five Generation Foundation, Inc. of Moreno Valley, California and Center For The Youth based in Compton, California, and home to the ?Your Ticket To College? program. Ms. Gilbert?s accomplishments have been profiled on ABC News? Money Matters, Los Angeles Wave, The Network Journal, national publications including, NV Magazine, Women?s World, Rolling Out Urban Style Weekly, nationally syndicated radio program, The Law Business Insider and The People?s Voice publication.

The Fancy Feet Network, established in 1991, helps women, micro and small business owners succeed. The multi-cultural network reduces barriers, creates pathways to mentorship and promotes self-sufficiency, economic empowerment and financial literacy. Women access resources for career and business planning, homeownership education, team building, personal development, collaboration and volunteer service to stand up for, invest in and give back to the life of communities and causes they believe in. To start a hope team, join the network or learn more, email

PinkShoes@PinkShoesWalkForHope.com or visit www.FancyFeetNetwork.org

los angeles dodgers christie brinkley seattle mariners geraldo rivera supreme court health care joe oliver joba chamberlain