On Thursday, April 17, something very special happened at our warehouse store in Farmingdale. Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon, Jr. came to visit, and he brought an award!
Sheriff Toulon presented John and our team at John’s Crazy Socks with the Community Leadership Award, recognizing our commitment to entrepreneurship, community, and especially our advocacy for people with differing abilities.
“I have followed your journey for many years and admire what you do,” said Sheriff Toulon.
This award means the world to us, not just because of the honor, but because of what it represents.
A Team Effort
John, our co-founder and Chief Happiness Officer, said it best: “This is a great honor that goes to my colleagues. They do such great work.”
We believe in showing what people with differing abilities can do. More than half of our colleagues have a differing ability, and every day, they make our mission real. From packing orders with care to designing socks that celebrate inclusion, our team spreads happiness with every step.
A Longstanding Connection
Mark X. Cronin, John’s co-founder and father, shared his appreciation for the recognition: “We appreciate this recognition from Sheriff Toulon. I have known the Sheriff for many years. He leads with compassion and action, so this is particularly special coming from him.”
It was a beautiful reminder that kindness, leadership, and action can go hand-in-hand.
More Than Just Socks
Our mission at John’s Crazy Socks is simple but powerful: Spreading Happiness. That includes employing people with differing abilities and supporting charities through our Giving Back Program. So far, we’ve raised over $800,000 for partners like the Special Olympics, the National Down Syndrome Society, and The Viscardi Center.
When you buy a pair of our socks, you’re not just getting something cozy and colorful. You’re creating jobs. You’re making a difference. You’re helping us show the world what’s possible.
Want to support our mission?
🧦 Shop now at John’s Crazy Socks
💖 Share our story
🙌 Nominate someone for the Community Leadership Award by emailing
Suffolk_Sheriff@SuffolkCountyny.gov
Let’s keep spreading happiness, one sock at a time.
About John’s Crazy Socks
John’s Crazy Socks was inspired by John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his love of colorful and fun socks—what he calls his “crazy socks.” He and his father, Mark X. Cronin, started the company as a social enterprise with a mission of Spreading Happiness™. With more than 4,000 socks, John’s Crazy Socks is now the world’s largest sock store. More than half their employees have a differing ability, and their Giving Back program has raised over $800,000 for charity partners like the Special Olympics and the National Down Syndrome Society. Most of all, they are Spreading Happiness™.
For more information about John’s Crazy Socks, visit our webpage, Facebook page, Instagram account or YouTube channel. You can also contact us at 631-760-5625 or via email at service@johnscrazysocks.com.
