Start a shoe drive. Do more good.
Multiply your impact with
Funds4shoes drive.
Most people have more shoes than they regularly wear. By organizing a shoe drive, you turn that unused footwear into something meaningful—creating real change!
Create opportunity.
Gently used shoes you collect get funneled to developing countries, where people start small businesses to sell them.
Generate income.
By selling shoes, business owners have money to provide for their family—and people who need shoes the most get them at a price they can afford.
Provide relief.
Funds generated through our 4Opportunity program allow us to use 100% of donor contributions for direct assistance and disaster relief programs in all 50 states.
Protect the environment.
By repurposing discarded shoes and clothing, you keep them out of landfills and help promote sustainability.
How to Organize a Shoe Drive:
Running a shoe drive in your community is simple and enjoyable! Here’s how to get started:
1. Sign Up:
Pick from a variety of pre-designed shoe drive options or create your own tailored version.
Gather Donations
A representative from Funds4Shoes will provide you with all the essential resources to engage participants and enhance your impact.
Send Your Donations:
Pack your donated shoes and either drop them off or ship them to one of our designated warehouses. It’s an easy and cost-free process! Remember to complete the online donor form prior to sending or delivering your shoes.
“Funds4Shoes is more than a lesson in giving back – it’s a lesson in how easy it is to make ripple effects with small changes. It’s not just about shoes, it’s about changing lives. Actively participating in that process with my daughter has taught us both valuable life lessons and given us an opportunity to make meaningful change.”
– Holly Maddox
Choose your Shoe Drive
You can choose to start one of these types of shoe drives, or customize your own!
Ten2Give
Collect 10,000 pairs of shoes, and Funds4Shoes will facilitate a free distribution event in collaboration with a nonprofit organization within your community.
25k drive
Collect 25,000 pairs of donated shoes to support people globally and earn a trip for two to distribute new footwear.
You have questions, and
we have the solutions.
Planning a shoe drive is easier than you think! We’ll help you every step of the way.
A shoe drive is a fundraising initiative that collects new or gently used shoes and sneakers to fund global anti-poverty programs. By participating, donors not only contribute to providing footwear for those in need but also encourage recycling, promoting environmental sustainability and community support.
When you donate shoes and sneakers, they’re sent to micro-enterprise programs in developing countries, helping to create lasting opportunities to break the cycle of poverty. Once your shoes arrive, they are sorted, and together with our partners, we figure out the best places to send them so they can make the biggest difference for those in need. Your donations truly help change lives!
We accept all styles, types and sizes of donated shoes, as long as they are gently worn!
Yes, we do accept mismatched shoes and single shoe donations..
Once you sign up, we’ll provide a list of drop-off locations where you can bring your shoes. If needed, we also offer free shipping, and you’ll get instructions on how to use it.
Funds4Shoes does not provide shipping boxes or rubber bands. You can use any suitable shipping boxes you have on hand—size isn’t a concern. Local grocery stores and retail shops often have boxes available for donation at no cost.
Yes! You can earn one hour of service for every 25 pairs of shoes donated.
After we receive your shoes, we will automatically send you a thank-you letter that also serves as a tax receipt (which is why completing the donor form is crucial!). If you need a receipt sooner, you can request one through our website.
