Sample shoe
Order a sample of The Shoe That Grows to see if it’s the right fit for the kids or community you work with.
THE SHOE THAT GROWS
$10.00
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The Shoe That Grows has 5x the impact of an ordinary shoe because it expands 5 sizes and lasts for years.
Order a sample shoe to see if The Shoe That Grows is the right fit for the kids and families you're working with, or as a visual aid for your fundraising campaign.
Sample shoes are a size Medium—view our sizing chart below to learn more.
Please note that the sample is a single shoe. You can order a pair here.
The Shoe That Grows is available in five sizes to fit most children and adults ages 2+. If in doubt, we recommend selecting a larger size to allow more room for growth.
| Age* | US** | EUR | |
| XSmall | 1 – 2.5 | 5 – 9C | 21 – 25 |
| Small | 3 – 6 | 9 – 13C | 26 – 30 |
| Medium | 7 – 11 | 13C – 4Y | 31 – 35 |
| Large | 12 – 16 | 5 – 9W | 36 – 40 |
| XLarge | 16+ | 10 – 14W | 41 – 45 |
**C=Children, Y=Youth, W=Women
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Long-lasting materials
High-quality velcro and upper materials withstand daily use as the expanding shoe grows with a child. In the latest iteration, the sole is a single, molded piece for increased durability.
Thoroughly tested
This design has undergone rigorous testing both in the factory in Kenya and in the field to ensure The Shoe That Grows will last.
Made in Kenya
Job creation is a powerful tool in the fight against poverty. Since 2019, all pairs of The Shoe have been manufactured in Mombasa, Kenya—creating jobs in one of the communities where its distributed most.
Patented, award-winning design
2018 recipient of The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Patents for Humanity Award. Featured in publications including The Today Show, Buzzfeed, Smithsonian, Business Insider and more.
Supporting entrepreneurs worldwide
The work of the Because Accelerator is both fueled and inspired by The Shoe That Grows. Each purchase helps support our work with entrepreneurs who are making an impact in their communities.