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These Nike Doernbecher Air Jordans are on Auction for Charity

These one-of-a-kind Nike Doernbecher shoes are a coveted item that raises funds for a great cause.

12 pairs of unique Nike Doernbecher sneakers are being auctioned off to support the OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital. The Air Jordan 12 shoes are not only a worthwhile expenditure because of their support of children's health, but also feature a completely unique design that sneaker enthusiasts will surely recognize and value.

Each pair was designed by Nike creative director and notorious sneaker laser-etcher Mark Smith. The motif of each of Smith's one-of-a-kind designs incorporates the original sketches for the Air Jordan, done by Nike sneaker mastermind Tinker Hatfield. Thus each pair of unique shoes contains a piece of Nike sneaker history while supporting the Nike Doernbecher initiative.

Customized Sneaker Designs
Opportunity for brands to collaborate with artists and designers to create limited-edition sneakers for charitable causes.
Philanthropic Auctions
Opportunity for organizations to host auctions for rare and unique items to raise funds for charitable causes.
Sneaker Collecting for Charity
Opportunity for sneaker enthusiasts to contribute to charitable causes through purchasing limited-edition sneakers.

Where This Applies

Sportswear
Sportswear brands can leverage limited-edition collaborations to attract sneaker collectors and contribute to charitable initiatives.
Auction and Fundraising
Auction houses and fundraising organizations can host events to auction off unique items in support of charitable causes.
Healthcare
Hospitals and healthcare organizations can partner with brands to create fundraising initiatives that support medical research and patient care.
SCORE
2.5 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 39%
Activity 29%
Freshness 8%

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