Shoes that fit empower
kids to jump.skip.run.grow.learn.play.thrive.
Every child deserves a joy-filled childhood. Every child deserves shoes that fit.
Proper shoes empower children to run free at recess… participate in sports… engage with peers shame-free… get a boost of confidence… concentrate in class… and experience less stress.
Shoes can do so much for kids. It’s a simple solution that changes everything!
One of the most visible signs of a child in poverty is a pair of worn-out, ill-fitting shoes.
No one likes to be left out, mocked, or in pain. Kids who can’t afford proper athletic shoes face that every day at school, leading to lifelong challenges.
Real Life Impact Stories
By the Numbers
The following percentages of educators report improvement in these areas after kids receive new shoes:
2,800,000+
Shoes and Other Items Distributed to Kids Since 1992
164,209
Kids Helped in 2022–2023
1804
Communities served in 2022–23
980
Volunteer Hours Across the United States
50
States + District of Columbia & Puerto Rico
Together, we're empowering more than 100,000 kids each year to learn, play, and thrive!
