Soles4Souls, Inc.
Programs
Budget
$1,966,247.00
Description
There are more than 1.5 million children in the U.S. who experience homelessness and lack basic necessities, like a good pair of shoes. And we believe that every kid deserves to have their basic needs met. A child who has lost their home should not lose their ability to be a kid. In March 2020, Soles4Souls launched 4EveryKid to provide a pair of new athletic shoes to the 1.5 million children experiencing homelessness. 4EveryKid originated in Nashville through a partnership with the HERO program in Metro Nashville Public Schools, and we partner directly with McKinney-Vento homeless liaisons in the public school systems to help execute the program nationwide.
A good pair of shoes can change a child's trajectory. 54% of our partners report that youth have better school attendance once they get new shoes. 84% report an increase in confidence in shoe recipients, and 79% report an increase in physical activity when kids receive their new shoes.
Beneficiaries
Unhoused individuals
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years)
Program Areas Served
U.S.
$1,966,247.00
Description
There are more than 1.5 million children in the U.S. who experience homelessness and lack basic necessities, like a good pair of shoes. And we believe that every kid deserves to have their basic needs met. A child who has lost their home should not lose their ability to be a kid. In March 2020, Soles4Souls launched 4EveryKid to provide a pair of new athletic shoes to the 1.5 million children experiencing homelessness. 4EveryKid originated in Nashville through a partnership with the HERO program in Metro Nashville Public Schools, and we partner directly with McKinney-Vento homeless liaisons in the public school systems to help execute the program nationwide.
A good pair of shoes can change a child's trajectory. 54% of our partners report that youth have better school attendance once they get new shoes. 84% report an increase in confidence in shoe recipients, and 79% report an increase in physical activity when kids receive their new shoes.
Beneficiaries
Unhoused individuals
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years)
Program Areas Served
U.S.
Budget
$10,790,593.00
Description
In low-income countries, it's difficult to escape poverty because long-term work is scarce. Soles4Souls sells and distributes shoes and clothing through our international partners to help people build small businesses.
• Entrepreneurs have been able to increase their household income by more than 200%, which equates to, on average, more than 3 times above the national poverty line and 5 times above the international poverty line.
• Nearly 90% of entrepreneurs report that their children are more regularly attending school and receiving a higher quality education.
• The life of a used pair of shoes is extended by at least 15 months, on average.
• 1 in 4 entrepreneurs have been able to purchase a home through selling shoes, with nearly 70% saving for a home.
Beneficiaries
Families
Women and girls
Adults
Program Areas Served
Global
$10,790,593.00
Description
In low-income countries, it's difficult to escape poverty because long-term work is scarce. Soles4Souls sells and distributes shoes and clothing through our international partners to help people build small businesses.
• Entrepreneurs have been able to increase their household income by more than 200%, which equates to, on average, more than 3 times above the national poverty line and 5 times above the international poverty line.
• Nearly 90% of entrepreneurs report that their children are more regularly attending school and receiving a higher quality education.
• The life of a used pair of shoes is extended by at least 15 months, on average.
• 1 in 4 entrepreneurs have been able to purchase a home through selling shoes, with nearly 70% saving for a home.
Beneficiaries
Families
Women and girls
Adults
Program Areas Served
Global
Budget
$3,325,900.00
Description
When people experience economic hardship-either chronically or because of a crisis-meeting basic needs is a challenge. Together with 1,900+ partners around the world, we get new shoes and clothing to people in crisis, freeing up financial resources they can use toward other needs.
Key Impact Data
• New shoes and clothing help individuals gain employment opportunities, with 1 in 2 returning to work and 1 in 5 securing new employment.
• 4 in 5 have improved overall health and wellbeing, including less injuries, more physical movement, and improved mental health.
• More than 90% of our nonprofit partners say that our donations are crucial to their programming efforts and operations budget.
Beneficiaries
General Public
Program Areas Served
Global, Local, Regional, National
$3,325,900.00
Description
When people experience economic hardship-either chronically or because of a crisis-meeting basic needs is a challenge. Together with 1,900+ partners around the world, we get new shoes and clothing to people in crisis, freeing up financial resources they can use toward other needs.
Key Impact Data
• New shoes and clothing help individuals gain employment opportunities, with 1 in 2 returning to work and 1 in 5 securing new employment.
• 4 in 5 have improved overall health and wellbeing, including less injuries, more physical movement, and improved mental health.
• More than 90% of our nonprofit partners say that our donations are crucial to their programming efforts and operations budget.
Beneficiaries
General Public
Program Areas Served
Global, Local, Regional, National
