Welcome to SOLE Stepping
Since 2016, we have provided 19,000+ pairs of shoes to elementary school children experiencing poverty in South Carolina.
Encouraging souls one step at a time
Sponsor a New Pair of SNeakers for a child today
$25.00
A new, properly fitting pair of sneakers does more than just protect a child’s feet—it gives them confidence, comfort, and the freedom to move without pain. With the right shoes, children can run faster, jump higher, play longer, and fully participate in school and recreational activities. Each pair is a step toward empowerment, helping children feel capable, valued, and ready to embrace every opportunity that comes their way.
SOLE Stepping is a certified 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides new shoes and socks to elementary school students in South Carolina. Shoes are often the most visible sign of poverty. With 1 in 5 children living in poverty, that’s a reality that impacts every school district in America. The simple gift of a new pair of shoes can positively change a child’s world.
TESTIMONIES
Children
"I love my new shoes!"
"I can run faster!"
"I can jump higher!"
"I finally have a pair of matching socks!"
"I prayed for new shoes!"
"Thank you. I will take good care of them."
"Look! I took good care of the shoes you gave me last year!"
"My mom doesn't have to worry about new shoes for me now."
"My dad gave me these shoes because they didn't fit him, but now I have shoes of my very own!"
"These are epic shoes!"
Staff
"One child brought his old shoes in a box today so he can change for recess so his new ones don’t get dirty."
"I had to buy baby wipes so the students could wipe their new shoes down after recess."
"Thank you for meeting the needs of these students. It truly makes a difference."
"Every child in my class came to school with their new shoes on the next day!"
"You have no idea what this means. All the children can participate in my PE class now!"
Parents
Parents
"Thank you for these shoes. As a single mom, I cannot thank you enough."
"May God bless you!"
"Thank you for helping."
"This makes a difference."
"Thank you so much for the help.
My family and I really appreciate it!
Have a wonderful day!"
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"Last year, our family was having a hard year. My husband was diagnosed with cancer and he passed away in April. Our daughter needed shoes, and we are thankful that you provided for her."
"The children came to church tonight and all they could talk about was their new shoes."
"My son was so excited about the shoe elves that came to school and gave EVERYBODY new shoes."
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