Addressing energy poverty through innovation in Uganda

Addressing energy poverty through innovation in Uganda

In Uganda, clean and affordable energy is a pressing need. SWEDO is tackling the issue of traditional biomass reliance head-on by manufacturing briquettes from organic agricultural waste.  
Five reasons to choose The Shoe That Grows for your child

Five reasons to choose The Shoe That Grows for your child

For many families, outgrown or worn-out shoes can pile up quickly and create a headache at the start of the school year. Keeping up with kids’ rapidly growing feet can be daunting and expensive, not...
The Shoe That Grows impacts entire families

The Shoe That Grows impacts entire families

Meet Thomas, a teacher at Mulungu wa Mawe Primary School in Kilifi, Kenya. Growing up, Thomas lived in poverty with his grandma. They were often unable to afford basic necessities, and he frequently found himself...
Zac's story: from receiving to sending shoeboxes

Zac's story: from receiving to sending shoeboxes

When Sakiusa Rokovasa Vakadewatabua, Jr—who goes by Zac—was nine years old, he received his first Operation Christmas Child shoebox.  “Excitement shot me forward to retrieve my very own shoebox gift. Pulling out toys, school supplies,...
How to pack a high-quality Christmas shoebox at a lower price

How to pack a high-quality Christmas shoebox at a lower price

By researching, planning ahead and buying in bulk, you can easily create a wonderful Christmas shoebox that lasts for around $25. Here’s how.
Leave a legacy: How your planned gift can make a lasting impact

Leave a legacy: How your planned gift can make a lasting impact

Did you know you can sustain your legacy by supporting your favorite nonprofits even after you’re gone? Here's how. 
The impact that one shoe distribution can make

The impact that one shoe distribution can make

On June 13, 2024, within minutes, one Kenyan girl reinforced the impact that The Shoe That Grows can make. 
Michael's experience receiving Christmas shoeboxes as a child

Michael's experience receiving Christmas shoeboxes as a child

Hear from Michael about his experience receiving Christmas shoeboxes as a child in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Why we gave away more funding in the Because Accelerator

Why we gave away more funding in the Because Accelerator

We made changes to the pitch competition that will shape future events. Here’s everything you need to know about the changes and why.