About the Walk

The Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk rallies thousands every October for a fun-filled celebration at the beach, where families and friends gather to walk from Manhattan Beach Pier to Hermosa Beach Pier and back in support of our children. Since 2009, the event has raised millions of dollars to support the Friendship Foundation and public education.

The Friendship Foundation assists children with special needs and their families through one-on-one peer mentoring and social recreational activities such as summer camps, outings, sporting events, and a variety of classes that include music, yoga, cooking, art, and drama.

Through donations, public education foundations are able to retain vital academic programs, maintain smaller classrooms, improve libraries, and upgrade school technology. The Walk also funds the Skechers Foundation’s national college scholarship program, which has awarded more than $1.8 million in scholarships to deserving students across the country since 2017.

Co-produced by the Skechers Foundation and the Friendship Foundation, the Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk is supported by local and national media outlets, dozens of dedicated corporations, and passionate citizens throughout our community and beyond.

About The Skechers Foundation

Established in 2010 to help children in need and provide educational support, the Skechers Foundation is an extension of the corporation’s charitable activities—dedicated to strengthening communities to ensure the health, success, and well-being of youth around the world. Skechers Foundation invests in a global network of charitable organizations dedicated to embracing individuals with diverse abilities, improving education, empowering disadvantaged families, and providing humanitarian, disaster, and economic relief. By supporting millions through products and services, the Skechers Foundation aspires to create stronger, more self-sufficient individuals for future generations.

About The Friendship Foundation

The Friendship Foundation, formerly known as The Friendship Circle of the South Bay, exists to bring happiness and companionship to children and young adults with special needs by celebrating their uniqueness and individuality, and to create renewed strength, comfort, and peace of mind for the families of these special individuals. The Foundation fosters the values of altruism, compassion, and acceptance among teen volunteers; heightens community awareness and sensitivity; and encourages a sense of responsibility and involvement. It is our belief that every person is precious and capable of love, connection, and friendship. Learn more about The Friendship Foundation.