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Every year, thousands of Twin Cities students experience homelessness. A new pair of athletic shoes gives them confidence to attend school, participate in activities, and simply feel like every other kid.
Give kids a brigher future by providing a new pair of shoes to kids in need across the Twin CIties.
Thanks to a community match, every dollar donated will be matched, up to $10,000.
Our belief is that every child deserves to belong. That’s why we are on a mission to provide a new pair of shoes for every local child in need.
While many organizations are focused on the critical needs of food and shelter, school officials tell us shoes are essential for students to succeed.
Of kids reported feeling more confident.
Of schools saw improved school attendance.
Of kids reported an increase in physical activity.
100% of funds stay local to support kids in our community
*results from 4EveryKid partner and student surveys
10,000 students across the Twin Cities are identified as experiencing homelessness.
1 in 5 children in Minneapolis have experienced homelessness or the threat of eviction.
72% of students experiencing homelessness say new shoes are one of their biggest needs.
Without proper footwear, kids face barriers to school, activities, and work. Meeting this basic need helps every child show up ready to learn.
Every $20 provides a new pair of shoes to a child in need. A gift of $500 (or $42/month) “stocks” a symbolic shoe closet with 25 pairs.
Recommend a gift through your Donor Advised Fund, or Family, Community or Private Foundation.
Companies make a lasting difference by sponsoring shoe closets in local school districts. Sponsorships include meaningful employee engagement opportunities through lunch-and-learns and by volunteering at shoe distributions and events.
Every $20 provides a new pair of shoes to a child in need. A gift of $500 (or $42/month) “stocks” a symbolic shoe closet with 25 pairs.
Recommend a gift through your Donor Advised Fund, or Family, Community or Private Foundation.
Companies make a lasting difference by sponsoring shoe closets in local school districts. Sponsorships include meaningful employee engagement opportunities through lunch-and-learns and by volunteering at shoe distributions and events.
Soles4Souls is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Level Up! Field Day in partnership with Mall of America on Saturday, August 2nd from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm in the Rotunda!
The Level Up! Field Day is a fun-filled, interactive community event hosted by Soles4Souls in collaboration with Mall of America, designed to celebrate shoes, sports, and giving back.
Families, sports fans, and community members will engage in exciting, shoe-themed activities and sports-inspired challenges. Participants will have the chance to create memorable experiences while learning about the impact shoes have in kids’ lives.
Through playful competition, creativity, and storytelling, attendees will not only have an unforgettable day but also step forward together to support Soles4Souls’ mission of turning shoes into opportunity.
Date | Saturday, August 2, 2025
Time | 10AM – 4PM
Location | Mall of America, 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Location: Mall of America, 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
No RSVP Necessary
The Level Up! Field Day is a fun-filled, interactive community event hosted by Soles4Souls in collaboration with Mall of America, designed to celebrate shoes, sports, and giving back.
Families, sports fans, and community members will engage in exciting, shoe-themed activities and sports-inspired challenges. Participants will have the chance to create memorable experiences while learning about the impact shoes have in kids’ lives.
In just one year, Heart and Soles4Souls has grown from serving 500 children to providing 2,250 kids in the Twin Cities with something so simple yet so powerful: a brand-new pair of athletic shoes.
That means 2,250 children who now feel a little more confident. A little more seen. A little more like they belong.
And on May 1, you took the next step with us.
Whether you joined us in person or cheered us on from afar, we’re so grateful.
At Our Next Step, you helped raise $18,000 in one night—enough to provide 900 more kids with brand-new shoes.
Your generosity fuels this mission. And we're just getting started!
Following the success of our first year, Heart and Soles4Souls is back for its second year, continuing its mission to uplift homeless children and their families in the Twin Cities community. A simple pair of shoes can make a profound difference in a child’s life—providing dignity, confidence, and hope for the future.
Date | Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time | 6PM-9PM
Location | Bridgewater Bank Corporate Headquarters 4450 Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Parking | Complimentary Valet
Attire | Dressy Casual, Athletic Shoes Encouraged!
NOTES | RSVP by April 15
Minneapolis Public Schools shared with us just one example of how our support is making a positive impact on a local family:
“The 4EveryKid program is opening doors for students in ways that go far beyond basic necessities. With reliable shoes and socks, students are better able to attend school consistently, participate in physical activities, and engage in after-school programs without fear of discomfort or embarrassment. It also helps build their confidence and sense of belonging, which can lead to stronger peer connections, greater classroom participation, and a more positive outlook on their future opportunities.”
Northeast Metro 916 ISD
Virginia Meyer
Jodi Chu
Kate Simek
Carolina Correia
Kathy Sandven
The following individuals and companies have supported one or more closets across the Twin Cities
Carl and Carol Wall
Columbia Sportswear Company
Daniel Anderson
Designer Brands Inc.
Double Pom
Fabletics
Fourteenjay Salon
JD Finish Line Foundation
Julie and Patrick Meenan
Gigi Olive-Schroder
Kate and Jason Simek
Mall of America
Martha Wellens
Michael M Pickart
Nyvall Family Giving Fund
Riesterer Family Charitable Fund
Robert McGrane
Ryan Ruud
SeaChange
Steven Lundberg
Under Armour
Virginia Meyer
Woodland Strategies, Inc.
Virginia Meyer – co Chair
Kate Simek – co Chair
Laura Austrian
Sara Durhman
Kare 11 & Mall of America partner with Soles4Souls to make sure kids have shoes for school.
'It can really change the trajectory of a kid's life': Soles4Souls hosts fundraiser at MOA.
More than just sneakers: A conversation with KARE11's Kevin Holmes.
A shoe closet is a symbolic way to represent 25 pairs of new, brand-name shoes that your gift provides to students in local school districts. Instead of a physical closet in a school, it reflects the impact your donation makes by ensuring local kids have the shoes they need to learn, play, and belong.
Special thanks to those who have stocked a shoe closet in a local school district:
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*Data sourced from https://www.startribune.com/annual-count-reveals-that-more-minnesota-families-with-children-were-homeless-in-2023/600328899/
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