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St. Louis
Give kids in need a brighter future by providing a new pair of shoes to children experiencing homelessness in St. Louis.
Every Child in St. Louis Deserves to Walk Into School with Confidence
More than 13,700 children in Greater St. Louis are experiencing homelessness. Together, we can ensure every one of them has a new pair of athletic shoes so they can attend school with confidence, dignity, and hope.
Why give shoes
A good pair of shoes can change a child’s future
Kids who receive new shoes have more confidence, attend school more regularly, and are more physically active.
While many organizations are focused on the critical needs of food and shelter, school officials tell us shoes are essential for students to succeed in school.
Why Shoes Matter
Confidence
Of kids reported feeling more confident.
Education
Of schools saw improved school attendance.
Opportunity
Of kids reported an increase in physical activity.
Join Us
Join our St. Louis 4EveryKid Ambassadors
"After more than a decade with Soles4Souls, we’ve seen the transformative power of this work, and 4EveryKid gives us the opportunity to make that difference right here at home. We invite you to join us in ensuring every child in St. Louis has the shoes, confidence, and opportunity they need to take their next step".
- Clay & Lynn Jenkins
Our mission
Help us meet our goal
We want to provide shoes to the more than 13,700 local kids experiencing homelessness.
Give a gift
Your gift can provide kids experiencing homelessness with access to education, confidence, and increased physical activity. $100 gift = shoes for 5 local kids.
Grant shoes
Recommend a gift through your Donor Advised Fund, or Family, Community or Private Foundation.
Join Sole Society
Support 50 or more kids with a gift of $1,000+ and become a part of a special group of donors investing in local kids.
Partner with us
Get your company on board! Soles4Souls will work with you to create a campaign specific to your company or brand.
Fundraise
Start a fundraiser to raise money towards putting shoes on kids’ feet in great St. Louis. $20 = 1 pair
Give monthly
$20 can provide a brand new pair of name-brand athletic shoes. Just $20 each month provides 12 pairs each year.
Give a gift
Your gift can provide kids experiencing homelessness with access to education, confidence, and increased physical activity. $100 gift = shoes for 5 local kids.
Grant shoes
Recommend a gift through your Donor Advised Fund, or Family, Community or Private Foundation.
Join Sole Society
Support 50 or more kids with a gift of $1,000+ and become a part of a special group of donors investing in local kids.
Partner with us
Get your company on board! Soles4Souls will work with you to create a campaign specific to your company or brand.
Fundraise
Start a fundraiser to raise money towards putting shoes on kids’ feet in great St. Louis. $20 = 1 pair
Give monthly
$20 can provide a brand new pair of name-brand athletic shoes. Just $20 each month provides 12 pairs each year.
“As a St. Louis native with deep family roots in the shoe industry, I am passionate about the 4EveryKid mission. There is no better investment than our youth, which is why I am advancing this effort to provide new shoes to all kids in Greater St. Louis experiencing homelessness. The need is great, and I hope that you will join me.”
Keith Alper, CEO of The Nitrous Effect
“As a St. Louis native with deep family roots in the shoe industry, I am passionate about the 4EveryKid mission. There is no better investment than our youth, which is why I am advancing this effort to provide new shoes to all kids in Greater St. Louis experiencing homelessness. The need is great, and I hope that you will join me.”
Keith Alper, CEO of The Nitrous Effect
Supporter stories
Why support Soles4Souls
“As a St. Louis native with deep family roots in the shoe industry, I am passionate about the 4EveryKid mission. There is no better investment than our youth, which is why I am advancing this effort to provide new shoes to all kids in Greater St. Louis experiencing homelessness. The need is great, and I hope that you will join me.”
Keith Alper, CEO of The Nitrous Effect
“As a St. Louis native with deep family roots in the shoe industry, I am passionate about the 4EveryKid mission. There is no better investment than our youth, which is why I am advancing this effort to provide new shoes to all kids in Greater St. Louis experiencing homelessness. The need is great, and I hope that you will join me.”
Keith Alper, CEO of The Nitrous Effect
Read about us
In the News
St. L. American
Caleres, Soles4Souls right fit for some SLPS students
STLToday.com
St. Louis Public Schools hold annual Winter Wonderland shoe and coat giveaway
STLToday.com
St. Louis Public Schools hold annual Winter Wonderland shoe and coat giveaway
STLToday.com
St. Louis Public Schools hold annual Winter Wonderland shoe and coat giveaway
STLToday.com
St. Louis Public Schools hold annual Winter Wonderland shoe and coat giveaway
STLToday.com
St. Louis Public Schools hold annual Winter Wonderland shoe and coat giveaway
Our supporters
Thank you to our supporters!
4EveryKid in St. Louis would not be possible without the philanthropic support of local individuals, companies and organizations. Together, we are providing joy, education, and health to local children.
Special thanks to those who have provided 50 or more kids with a new pair of shoes, by investing $1,000+.
Our members
Greater St. Louis Sole Society
Robert and Peg Callahan
Darcy Glidewell
Steve and Sue Hartley
Kelley and Jack Hartnett
Sylvan and Linda Holtzman
Linda Huber
Clay and Lynn Jenkins
Jeff Kuhn
Julie and Mark Leadlove
John Malpiedi
Cheryl and Terry Matejka
Doug McCollum
Peggy Moore
Timothy Murch
Jeffrey and Christy Singer
Tracy Spencer
Karen and Mitch Stern
Jeff and Erin Wist
Todd Wolff
Sandon and Karen Wool
A big thanks to Caleres and Famous Footwear
For supporting 4EveryKid through their foundation and in-store.
Help Every Child Step Forward
One pair of shoes gives a child confidence to attend school, participate in activities, and simply feel like they belong.
Read about us
In the News
St. L. American
Caleres, Soles4Souls right fit for some SLPS students
STLToday.com
St. Louis Public Schools hold annual Winter Wonderland shoe and coat giveaway