Stories

One pair, every purpose: Rethinking back-to-school shoes through a Kenyan lens

One pair, every purpose: Rethinking back-to-school shoes through a Kenyan lens

Director of Impact Sarah Hille shares her personal experience sending her kids back to school in the U.S. versus Kenya. 
The partnership model we’re chasing: Contributing to lasting change through organizations like Dhamira Moja

The partnership model we’re chasing: Contributing to lasting change through organizations like Dhamira Moja

Our partners are already working in communities to meet their complex needs. The Shoe removes one of the many barriers they are working to eliminate.  
“I love teaching because it is a calling”: The teachers behind every pair of shoes distributed

“I love teaching because it is a calling”: The teachers behind every pair of shoes distributed

Director of Impact Sarah Hille explains how teachers play an intregral role in helping us create impact.
Idaho supporters fund 1,180 pairs of The Shoe That Grows during Idaho Gives 2026

Idaho supporters fund 1,180 pairs of The Shoe That Grows during Idaho Gives 2026

Shoes will go to refugee children served by Planning For Tomorrow (P4T), a Ugandan organization with an Idaho connection.
More than just a report: Our new insight into the impact of The Shoe That Grows

More than just a report: Our new insight into the impact of The Shoe That Grows

Director of Impact, Sarah Hille, introduces the 2025 Impact Report, explaining exciting additions that differentiate it from past annual reports. 
How shoes remove burdens on families impacted by poverty

How shoes remove burdens on families impacted by poverty

Even when other basic necessities are difficult to provide, a durable, adjustable pair of shoes can be transformative.
Impact of The Shoe at Kitambaasye Primary School

Impact of The Shoe at Kitambaasye Primary School

Six months following a distribution, teachers at a school in Thika, Kenya, report on the value of The Shoe That Grows for kids in their classes
Field tested and kid-approved: The NEW Shoe That Grows passes the test

Field tested and kid-approved: The NEW Shoe That Grows passes the test

Director of Impact, Sarah Hille, recaps a recent distribution follow up visit to check on the performance and impact of The Shoe. 
Our impact journey: How we measure and share impact

Our impact journey: How we measure and share impact

Director of Impact, Sarah Hille, shares her reflections on how we measure and report impact at Because International in her monthly blog.