Turn excess into opportunity — for people and your business
Soles4Souls helps brands unlock the value of unsold inventory, engage customers and employees, and create measurable impact around the world.
Customers love brands with a soul.
Through product redistribution, refurbishment, recommerce, and community engagement, we help brands extend product life, reduce waste, and create measurable impact across 139 countries and all 50 U.S. States
Impact
Our Impact Worldwide
Our partnerships help transform excess footwear and apparel into opportunity — supporting people, communities worldwide, and the planet.
116+ million
pairs of shoes & pieces of clothing donated worldwide
112+ million
pounds diverted from landfills through circular solutions
7.5 million
pairs of shoes and pieces of clothing collected through our partnerships in 2025
Go all in
Build your own partnership
Every partnership looks different. We meet brands where they are — offering flexible ways to donate footwear and apparel, engage teams, and activate customers worldwide.
Product Donations
Consumer Takeback
Checkout Giving
Corporate Giving
Shipping & Logistics
Marketing & PR
Employee Engagement
Shopping Experience









Solutions4Good
Through sorting, grading, recommerce, repurposing, repairing, and responsible end of life solutions, we extend the life of shoes and clothing to maximize their impact while reducing environmental waste.
With the acquisition of Erren Recondition and the addition of refurbishment and circular logistics capabilities across Europe and the United States, Solutions4Good now offers expanded infrastructure to help brands manage surplus inventory at scale — supporting compliance, protecting brand equity, and maximizing product value.
Solutions4Good
With the acquisition of Erren Recondition and the addition of refurbishment and circular logistics capabilities across Europe and the United States, Solutions4Good now offers expanded infrastructure to help brands manage surplus inventory at scale — supporting compliance, protecting brand equity, and maximizing product value.
Our Partners
Changing lives as a team.
Zappos
Zappos for Good invited customers to donate new and gently used shoes and apparel. Zappos customers have donated over 3.2 million pairs of shoes and pieces of clothing to Soles4Souls.
DSW
DSW customers can donate up to 15 pairs of new or gently worn shoes to any DSW location and receive 50 DSW VIP Rewards points. Over 11 million pairs have been collected to date.
Nike
An important way NIKE, Inc. advances the future of youth sport is by partnering with product donation experts like Soles4Soles to place quality footwear and apparel in communities where they can make the greatest difference.
Bombas
Since becoming a Bombas Giving Partner in 2018, their generosity has helped strengthen both our 4EveryKid and 4Relief programs—donating millions of brand-new socks to Soles4Souls
Go All In
Turn purpose into action
Today’s employees and consumers expect more than words — they expect action. Our partnerships help brands turn excess inventory into measurable impact, advancing sustainability goals while engaging the people who matter most.
The fashion industry is responsible for nearly 10% of global carbon emissions — making circular solutions more important than ever.
Of employees say they’d stay longer at a company that supports giving back.
Of consumers prefer to support brands that align with their values.
Engage with issues that matter
No matter where you are in the world, we’ll help you design a campaign focused on one of 10 of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
- No poverty
- Zero hunger
- Good health and well-being
- Quality education
- Gender equality
- Decent work and economic growth
- Reduced inequalities
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Responsible production and consumption
- Partnerships for the goals
Partner with us
Make a difference in the world (And to your bottom line)
Of our partners said partnering with S4S helps them solve a business need.
Of our partners would recommend partnering with Soles4Souls.
Of partners surveyed said their company/business has qualitatively benefited from a partnership with Soles4Souls
Explore Partnerships in Action!
Whether you’re exploring a donation, planning a take-back program, or looking to engage your team, these resources offer helpful examples and guidance to get started.
Partner stories
Why partner with Soles4Souls
"As a partner, through our Famous Footwear brand and our round up at the register campaign, we are able to support them in a meaningful way. The work we do together is one of the greatest examples of our company's value of caring in action. We're proud of our long-term relationship and the impact it has made."
Dan Friedman
Chief Sourcing and Supply Chain Officer, Caleres and S4S Board Member
“Soles4Souls is a key part of Crocs’ circularity and social impact journey, and specifically the success of our consumer takeback program. Our takeback bins continue to fill up with shoes ready for a new life, not only from consumers in our retail stores, but also from our corporate employees in our offices. Crocs, Inc. employees are proud of our longstanding partnership with Soles4Souls and the positive impact on climate and community that we’ve achieved together.”
Deanna Bratter
“Trove and Soles4Souls share a similar mission: getting every item to its next best use. By integrating Soles4Souls into our recommerce ecosystem, we’ve created a seamless way for brands to eliminate waste and extend the lifecycle of their products, all while helping uplift communities around the globe. It’s a partnership built on shared values and measurable impact.”
Madison Rossi
Sr. Manager Partnerships & Storefront
“Partnering with Soles4Souls has allowed EILEEN FISHER Renew to not only extend the lifecycle of our clothing, but also create opportunities for people to build a better future through the Soles4Souls 4Opportunity program.”
Eileen Fisher
Partner stories
Why partner with Soles4Souls
“Our partnership with Soles4Souls allows us to donate gently used products to those in need instead of having to find alternative ways to dispose of this inventory.”
Soles4Souls Partner
The shoe donation program in our stores connects with our customers and brings in additional foot traffic into our stores.
Soles4Souls Partner
“Employee engagement, environmental stewardship, economic empowerment … all align with company and philanthropic priorities.”
Soles4Souls Partner
“The shoe donation program in our stores connects with our customers and brings in additional foot traffic into our stores.”
Soles4Souls Partner
“The shoe donation program in our stores connects with our customers and brings in additional foot traffic into our stores.”
Soles4Souls Partner
Partner stories
Why partner with Soles4Souls
“The shoe donation program in our stores connects with our customers and brings in additional foot traffic into our stores.”
Soles4Souls Partner
“The shoe donation program in our stores connects with our customers and brings in additional foot traffic into our stores.”
Soles4Souls Partner
Our global partners
Together, we’re doing a whole lotta good.
For corporations considering philanthropy, donating excess shoe and apparel inventory to Soles4Souls not only helps those in need but also provides potential tax benefits.
Our global partners
Together, we’re doing a whole lotta good.
For corporations considering philanthropy, donating excess shoe and apparel inventory to Soles4Souls not only helps those in need but also provides potential tax benefits.
FAQ
Got questions? We’ve got answers!
Do you accept both footwear and apparel?
Yes. Soles4Souls accepts both footwear and apparel donations, helping extend the life of products while creating opportunity for people in need.
I’m a brand or retailer with inventory to donate — where do I start?
If your company has a donation, please complete this form once all details are available
I donated product and need a tax receipt — what do I do?
If your brand or retail company has donated product and requires a tax receipt, please complete this form
Can I donate a single shoe?
Yes, we work with our footwear brand partners to pair their singles, samples, and more. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
I hosted a shoe drive — how do I submit donor info?
If you collected used shoes through a shoe drive, please submit your donor information using our digital donor form
Do you have a global presence and support international donations or partnerships?
Yes. Soles4Souls operates globally and partners with footwear and apparel brands across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia, and other regions worldwide. Our team can help coordinate international donations and partnerships based on your location and goals.
I’m interested in partnering — who should I contact?
If you’re interested in partnering with us, please contact our Corporate Partnerships team at: [email protected]
For corporations considering philanthropy, donating excess shoe and apparel inventory to Soles4Souls not only helps those in need but also provides potential tax benefits. Under Section 170(e)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code*, businesses can make a meaningful impact while receiving a tax deduction. The specific benefits depend on the corporate structure and contribution. To understand how your company can benefit from this opportunity, we recommend consulting with a tax advisor to detail the deduction specifics for your contributions to Soles4Souls. By supporting Soles4Souls, your company assists in providing footwear/apparel to individuals and families in need, furthering our mission to disrupt the cycle of poverty. *Not applicable for international donations
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Through product redistribution, refurbishment, recommerce, and community engagement, we help brands extend product life, reduce waste, and create measurable impact globally