Tips for hosting a shoebox packing party

Tips for hosting a shoebox packing party

Looking to make a bigger impact with Christmas shoeboxes? Here are our top tips and questions to ask before hosting a shoebox packing party.
What we believe at Because International

What we believe at Because International

What ideas and values drive the mission and work of Because International? Because International is a nonprofit based in Nampa, ID that works to alleviate poverty through impact products such as The Shoe That Grows.
The importance of shoes on education

The importance of shoes on education

Education’s impact on poverty alleviation is significant—but millions of children have barriers preventing them from receiving it.  
What is a crisis situation?

What is a crisis situation?

Read about a few crises happening around the world and how Because International works to support communities impacted by crisis.
What makes a great Christmas shoebox?

What makes a great Christmas shoebox?

What makes a great Christmas shoebox? Here’s our list of quality, lasting items that the child can use for years to come.
What is a jigger sand flea?

What is a jigger sand flea?

What’s the difference between a chigger and a jigger? Here’s everything you need to know about how they affect humans and treatment options.
Khloe Kares distributes Expandals in LA

Khloe Kares distributes Expandals in LA

We partnered up with Khloe Kares—a LA-based nonprofit—to distribute pairs of Expandals in California.
The Shoe That Grows in Migori County

The Shoe That Grows in Migori County

Eunice Baraza writes about her experience distributing The Shoe That Grows in her community in Migori County, Kenya.
Operation Christmas Child Giving Guide

Operation Christmas Child Giving Guide

Make your gifts go further when you participate in Operation Christmas Child by investing in lasting, quality items like these.