Huge thanks to Justin Barkan and Drew Vandersnow for their incredible support! They teamed up with local gyms, athletic organizations, and their school community to collect over 1,000 pairs of shoes for Soles4Souls throughout September 👏. We’re so grateful for their dedication to making a difference! If you're interested in a great employee engagement opportunity, try hosting a shoe drive! Visit the link below to learn more. https://hubs.la/Q02RTD5m0 #ShoeDriveSuccess #Soles4Souls #giveback
Soles4Souls
Non-profit Organizations
Old Hickory, Tennessee 10,794 followers
We turn unwanted shoes and clothing into opportunity.
About us
People living in poverty want a better life, but many lack opportunity. At Soles4Souls, we turn unwanted shoes and clothing into opportunity, by keeping them from going to waste and putting them to good use - providing relief, creating jobs and empowering people to break the cycle of poverty. Together with our supporters and partners, we’ve gotten 94 million pairs of shoes and pieces of clothing to people in 138 countries and all 50 US states since 2006
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http://www.soles4souls.org
External link for Soles4Souls
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Old Hickory, Tennessee
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- Nonprofit, Social Enterprise, and Micro-enterprise
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Employees at Soles4Souls
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Buddy Teaster
Soles4Souls creates opportunities through the distribution of shoes and clothes around the world.
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Brian Ehrig
Partner at Kearney. Global head of fashion and luxury
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Cristina Nardozzi Buehrer
Co-Owner Of Model Makers Group. A full-service modeling agency placement company.
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Cynthia Kounaris
Entrepreneur, Digital Commerce Strategist, Exec / Board level recruiter
Updates
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The devastation from Hurricane Helene is overwhelming and many people have been left with nothing. Soles4Souls is preparing to send 100,000 new shoes and clothing to help those in need, but we need your support to help make this possible. We're raising $25,000 to cover shipping costs so these donations can get to those who need them. Your donation, no matter how small, can make a big difference. Visit the link below to make a donation today. https://hubs.la/Q02S584g0 Photo credit: Matty Media #disasterrelief #4Relief #nonprofit #makeadifference
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Last week, the Washington DC Trade Association joined together to provide new shoes to 500 students at Suitland Elementary School as part of the Soles4theDistrict Campaign. So far, $62,000 has been raised to provide new shoes to 3100 local students experiencing homelessness. While this was a great start, there are still over 16,500 children experiencing homelessness in the DMV area who could benefit from new footwear. Every contribution counts. Whether you can donate $20 for one pair or $100 for five pairs, your generosity will directly impact a child's life. New shoes not only provide comfort but also boost confidence and remove barriers to educational opportunities. https://lnkd.in/eReSx7mt Special thanks to our participating associations: American Petroleum Institute - Global Industry Services U.S. Travel Association National Retail Federation American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) Consumer Technology Association American Council of Life Insurers - ACLI U.S. Chamber of Commerce PhRMA And our sponsors: CGCN Group Freeman Company Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck #nonprofit #dogood #impact #makeadifference #Soles4Souls #shoes
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A huge thank you to George Uribe and his incredible team for including Soles4Souls in the Newsmaker Event in New York! Not only did we make great new connections, but we also collected shoes and raised funds to support our mission. We are so grateful for this opportunity! #dogood #nonprofit #giveback #shoes
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Soles4Souls was able to take part in PS 55’s Back to School Bash this weekend! We have been partnering with this amazing school since 2021. Their Principal, Luis Torres, is one of my heroes. He and his team work tirelessly to remove barriers to education not just for his students, but for ALL students in District 9 in the Bronx! Nearly 500 kiddos from District 9 received shoes yesterday. We had almost 40 volunteers there, which included individuals who have made commitments to support our 4EveryKid Program and employees from Foot Locker and Tapestry, both companies support us in a HUGE WAY! It was a good day. Such a good day. You could feel the good energy all the way around. One of our last kiddos we served was so very proud of her Fila kicks. I asked for a photo and she asked me also to take one of her and her Mom. So sweet and so very touching. ❤️ The work we do matters, y’all. I have never been more grateful (and more proud) to be a part of the Soles4Souls team! Shameless plug, but please consider supporting us! You can donate financially to support the work we do to provide new shoes and clothing for people who need them! OR… You can clean our closet (ask others to as well) and donate gently worn items to us! This supports our 4Opportunity programs globally and makes it possible for entrepreneurs to support their families! OR… Get your school, church, or company involved and support us through a larger effort, like a shoe drive or employee match. We are always working, so we ALWAYS need your help to get it done! Soles4Souls Tapestry Foot Locker NYC Department of Education FILA
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Congratulations to the Bee Organized team on your 9th anniversary! We loved being a part of the celebration. With your TOTAL donation of 3174 Pairs of shoes and $1,500 Bee Organized has diverted 3967.50 pounds of textiles from going to local landfills, reducing the environmental impact of these unwanted shoes and extending their lifespan. In countries like Haiti and Honduras, your donation can provide 1 MONTH of consistent, quality food, housing and education for 3 FAMILIES! THANK YOU!
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Breaking the cycle of poverty requires urgent action. At Soles4Souls, we’re determined to meet the moment with our Commitment to Action at #CGI2024. We're determined to create $1 billion in economic impact by 2030. Learn more: clintonglobal.org/2024
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Leading into #ClimateWeek2024, the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) hosted an insightful #SustainabilitySummit focused on "Rethinking (and Reforming) Your Regulation Strategy." It was a chance to learn alongside Buddy Teaster and Stephanie Whitmore and reconnect with great friends! The event brought together top experts already leading the charge on sustainability, providing critical insights into new regulations coming online in both Europe and the U.S. and what steps businesses need to take to prepare and execute. Panel Highlights: 🌍 **Peter Erren CEO Erren Recondition and Soles4Souls Europe board member 🌍 **Noel Kinder**, Former CSO, Nike Inc. 🌍 **Matt Priest**, President & CEO, FDRA, and Soles4Souls Board Emeritus Keynote Speaker: 🎤 **Dr. Kate White** (Sr. Associate Dean, Sauder School of Business, UBC) tackled one of our industry's biggest challenges: consumers often say they want sustainable products but rarely purchase them. Her insights on shifting consumer behavior were invaluable. Panel on Rethinking Strategies: Industry leaders discussed how they are aligning their strategies with emerging regulations, company goals, and consumer expectations, all while maintaining agility and staying within budget. Panelists: 🔗 **Kristen Bandurski Sustainability Program Manager, Red Wing Shoe Co. 🔗 **Deanna Bratter**, VP, Global Head of Sustainability, Crocs, Inc. 🔗 **Alyse Russel**, Senior Manager, Global Sustainability Programs, VF Corporation Moderator: 🎤 **Katie O’Hara**, Director of Account Management, Dynamic Foam Thanks to all who made this event impactful! Let’s continue driving progress in sustainable practices across the footwear and retail industries. A huge SHOUTOUT to the 2024 Portland Brews & Shoes Attendees! You all raised $5,000 for Soles4Souls!!! #Sustainability #Leadership #ClimateAction #RetailTransformation
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At #CGI2024, Soles4Souls will join a community of doers that’s made a difference in the lives of more than 500 million people in over 180 countries. Excited to have Buddy Teaster, Mike Shirey, Nancy Youssef attending the Clinton Global Initiative. clintonglobal.org/2024
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Very curious about the two days ahead. Its Soles4Souls first time at the Clinton Global Initiative with Mike Shirey and Nancy Youssef