We’ve received your request!

Thank you for taking a step toward opportunity

Your Sneaker Giveback Kit will be on its way soon — keep an eye on your inbox, we’ll email you when your kit ships (7-10 days), plus updates about your impact and stories from the entrepreneurs you’re helping.

 

Once your kit arrives, you’ll be ready to fill it up and send your sneakers on a journey that changes lives.

How It Works

Simple. Sustainable. Impactful.

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Fill It Up

Gather your new or gently used sneakers — all sizes welcome!

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Drop It Off

Once full, take your bag to your nearest FedEx location — shipping is completely free.

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Change Lives

Your sneakers will help small business owners in low-income countries earn income, support their families, and divert shoes from landfills.

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Fill It Up

Gather your new or gently used sneakers — all sizes welcome!

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Drop It Off

Once full, take your bag to your nearest FedEx location — shipping is completely free.

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Change Lives

Your sneakers will help small business owners in low-income countries earn income, support their families, and divert shoes from landfills.

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Complete Your Donor Form

To make sure you receive a tax acknowledgment letter, please take a quick moment to complete our Digital Donor Form with donation details.

It only takes a minute — and helps us track your impact!

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See the Difference You’re Making

Your generosity is already creating change. See how your sneakers will empower entrepreneurs and protect the planet using our Impact Calculator.

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Transform everyday generosity into lasting impact — for people and the planet.

Pack up your bag!

While every pair of shoes creates opportunity, sneakers go even further.

That’s why this kit is just for sneakers — they’re durable, versatile, and highly valued by the entrepreneurs we serve.
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Acceptable:

New or gently used sneakers (adult and kids’ sizes)

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Not Accepted:

Dress shoes, heels, boots, cleats, sandals, or damaged shoes

Pack up your bag!

While every pair of shoes creates opportunity, sneakers go even further.

That’s why this kit is just for sneakers — they’re durable, versatile, and highly valued by the entrepreneurs we serve.
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Acceptable:
New or gently used sneakers
(adult and kids’ sizes)
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Not Accepted:
Dress shoes, heels, boots, cleats,
sandals, or damaged shoes

Pack up your bag!

While every pair of shoes creates opportunity, sneakers go even further.

That’s why this kit is just for sneakers — they’re durable, versatile, and highly valued by the entrepreneurs we serve.
S4s-SneakerCollection-05

Acceptable:

New or gently used sneakers (adult and kids’ sizes)

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Not Accepted:

Dress shoes, heels, boots, cleats, sandals, or damaged shoes

Global Impact

By keeping sneakers in use, you can turn your sneakers into opportunity —
creating jobs, restoring dignity, and protecting the planet.
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Sustainable

Extends life of sneakers by 15+ months.

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Leadership

80% of entrepreneurs assumed at least one
 community leadership role.

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Health

92% improved family health
and nutrition.

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Sustainable

Extends life of sneakers by 15+ months.

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Leadership

80% of entrepreneurs assumed at least one
 community leadership role.

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Health

92% improved family health
and nutrition.

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“As a result of selling shoes, I get the chance to live in my own home”

Brice Jemima - Haiti

“As a result of selling shoes, I get the chance to live in my own home”

Brice Jemima - Haiti

“As a result of selling shoes, I get the chance to live in my own home”

Brice Jemima - Haiti

We’re just getting started

Since 2006, together with our partners and donors, we’ve created 1000s of jobs in 53 countries on 5 continents.

Getting Started

“As a result of selling shoes, I get the chance to live in my own home”

Brice Jemima - Haiti

Getting Started

“As a result of selling shoes, I get the chance to live in my own home”

Brice Jemima - Haiti

Other Ways to Give

Have other kinds of shoes — or live outside California?
You can still make a difference!

No matter the footwear, your footprint creates lasting change.

FAQ

You have questions,
and we have answers

Who can participate?

At this time, the Sneaker GiveBack Kit is only available to California residents.

What types of sneakers can I donate?

New or gently used sneakers of any size (no cleats, heels, or sandals).

Where does my $20 donation go?

Your $20 gift helps fuel this initiative! It covers a portion of shipping & logistics and ensures we can continue offering the Sneaker Giveback Kit as a sustainable way to create opportunity and reduce waste. In return, you'll receive the kit and a prepaid label to send your sneakers back to us.

When will I get my kit?

Please allow 7–10 business days for delivery

What happens to my sneakers?

They’re distributed through our 4Opportunity program, helping entrepreneurs around the world build small businesses.

Can I request more than one kit?

Absolutely! Once you’ve shipped your first kit, you can request another with this link.

How many sneakers fit in the kit?

Each kit holds about 15–20 pairs, depending on size.

Need further assistance? Reach out to us at [email protected]

Don’t forget to share how you’re giving back!

Post your kit, your sneakers, your story and tag us @Soles4Souls using #SneakerGiveBack

Together, we can change thousands of lives.

Every $20 provides one brand-new pair of shoes for a student in need.

Not Done Changing Lives?

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