Skechers is hosting its 13th annual Pier to Pier Friendship Walk on Oct. 24 to support children with special needs and education. The event has raised more than $17 million to date.++++Vans Checkerboard Day on Nov. 18 will see the VF-owned brand donate $1 million to 16 charities to revitalize public spaces through arts, sports, culture and social impact. In addition, Vans will donate $250,000 to DoSomething.org to encourage young people to act in their communities.++++REI Co-op will open a 17,200-sq.-ft. store next fall at Beechwood Shopping Center in Athens, GA, its sixth location in the state.++++Moosejaw, Walmart’s outdoor specialty ... Log in to view full article.