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Helping Veterans Reach Their Dreams
Boot Campaign’s Military Recovery Fund helps veterans in ways that most other non-profits don’t. They go above and beyond to … Read More
Homes for Heroes
Having a roof over your head and a warm place to call your home is something many of us take … Read More
Bridging the Gap to Veteran Assistance
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, approximately 11-20% of veterans experience post traumatic stress and/or traumatic brain injuries resulting … Read More
Bates Supports Boot Campaign With Giveback Program
National Military Appreciation Month is a time to pause and remember America’s military family. To honor, recognize and appreciate those … Read More
Bates Honored By American Red Cross
Each year the American Red Cross honors those who exemplify the values of courage and strength in our community. This … Read More
Bates Brigade Welcomes Jackie Green
The Bates Brigade, our official Bates Powersports Ambassador Program, is pleased to welcome Jackie Green into the fold. Jackie is … Read More
Bates Scores Large USMC Contract
Bates is excited to announce that we’ve been awarded a contract to manufacture Temperate Weather boots for the United States … Read More
Bates Launches Six New Hot Weather Coyote Boots
For over 130 years Bates has provided high quality boots and shoes for the United States military. With the ever-changing … Read More
Bates Announces “Bates Brigade” Ambassador Program
We are excited to announce our new “Bates Brigade” ambassador program! In an effort to spread awareness for the brand … Read More
Bates Makes Their Mark at AIMExpo
It was an action-packed week for Bates Footwear at the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) in Orlando, Florida. Bates Footwear … Read More
Bates Officially Launches PowerSports Line at AIMExpo
Bates Footwear will officially launch the 2016 PowerSports Footwear line at AIMExpo in Orlando, FL, October 15-18, 2015. AIMExpo is … Read More
Looking for Wear Testers
Do you work in the public safety field? Are you a full size 9-12? If so, we’re looking for people … Read More
Bates Now Offering Exclusive Military Discounts
Bates is excited to announce our partnership with ID.me to provide exclusive online discounts to U.S. military community members. ID.me … Read More
Bates Gives Back to Local Veterans
Recently Wolverine World Wide launched a corporate initiative encouraging all employees to volunteer during the month of July. Bates employees … Read More
Bates Newest LE Product Receiving Excellent Reviews
At this past November’s Global Brand Conference, Bates unveiled its newest boot, Strike. Made in both a 6” and 8” … Read More
Bates Enters the Powersports Industry
When it comes to outdoor recreation, the powersports industry is one of the fasting growing categories in the world. North … Read More
Bates Gives Back for Military Appreciation Month
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Bates recognized those who serve and have served by giving back to a military … Read More
Members of Michigan Congressional Delegation Visit Big Rapids Factory
At the invitation of Blake Krueger, Representative John Moolenaar (R-4th District) and Representative Bill Huizenga (R-2nd District) recently visited and … Read More
Heroes and Designers Team Up for Limited Edition Boot
Founded in 2011, Grand Rapids based non-profit [Fashion Has Heart] aims to benefit wounded soldiers through the mediums of fashion, … Read More
Documentary Team Wears Bates on Honduran Expedition
For hundreds of years explorers and have told tales of a lost city in the Honduran jungle. Stories tell of … Read More
Bates Introduces Youth to Law Enforcement
Grand Rapids Police Department is looking for young people, ages 14-21 years old, to participate in the 2015 Police Explorer … Read More