The Shoe That Grows expands five sizes and lasts for years, developed for kids impacted by poverty.

The Shoe That Grows

$20.00

The Shoe That Grows has 5x the impact of an ordinary shoe because it expands five sizes and lasts for years. This adjustable shoe is easy to clean and easy to use, has a compressed rubber sole, antibacterial synthetic upper, high-grade velcro straps, and no mechanical parts or gears to break.

We believe that job creation is a powerful tool in the fight against poverty. Since 2019, all pairs of The Shoe That Grows have been manufactured in Mombasa, Kenya—creating jobs in one of the communities where it’s distributed most.
Not only does The Shoe That Grow expand five sizes, it’s also available in five sizes to fit most children and adults ages 2+. Learn more by taking a look at our sizing chart below.
2018 recipient of The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Patents for Humanity Award. The Shoe That Grows has been featured in publications including The Today Show, Buzzfeed, Smithsonian, Business Insider and more.

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Over 1.5 billion people suffer from soil transmitted diseases worldwide.

Without shoes, children are especially vulnerable to diseases and parasites that can cause illness and even death.

Children who get sick miss school, can’t help their families, and suffer needlessly. And since children’s feet grow so quickly, they often outgrow donated shoes within a year, leaving them once again exposed to illness and disease.

The Shoe That Grows can change that.

Features

	ADJUSTS FIVE SIZES Adjusts in seven places to expand five sizes: heel strap, top strap, four side straps, and the hook-and-loop toe piece.
	LONG-LASTING MATERIALS High-quality velcro and upper materials withstand daily use as the expanding shoe grows with a child.
	INNOVATIVE DESIGN There’s a reason this design was given the USPTO Patents for Humanity award. The innovative hook-and-loop toe piece allows for the greatest amount of adjustment by expanding and contracting the sole of The Shoe.
	NEW THIS VERSION In the latest iteration, the sole is a single, molded piece for increased durability. This design has undergone rigorous testing both in the factory and in the field to ensure The Shoe That Grows will last.

How you can help with The Shoe That Grows.

Whether you have an upcoming service trip or want to use your voice to fundraise, there are multiple ways that you can help get more pairs of this adjustable shoe to children and families around the world.

Take or send to an org you know

Fundraise for or purchase The Shoe That Grows to take on a service trip or send to organizations or communities that you have a relationship with.

Take or send shoes

pack in christmas shoeboxes

The Shoe That Grows is a quality wow item to pack in your Christmas shoebox. Fundraise for or purchase pairs of the expanding shoe to pack for all age groups.

make a one-time donation

Make a donation today to be used in the area of greatest need in The Shoe That Grows program or the mission of Because International.

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Donate a pair of shoes monthly

Join our monthly giving club, The Sole, to donate The Shoe That Grows every month for kids and families in refugee and crisis situations.

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Not sure if The Shoe That Grows is the right choice for the kids you work with? Order a sample.

If you’d like to purchase The Shoe That Grows for yourself or a loved one, you can buy one and give one.

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Learn about our pricing model.

The current version of The Shoe That Grows costs $20.00 per pair. This price point covers the costs associated with producing and distributing shoes, while also allowing us to continue working towards our mission. Here’s a breakdown of where each cent goes.

Shoe Production
$9.25

The cost to manufacture a pair of shoes, including materials, labor and transport.

Processing
$2.08

The cost to process each order, including payment processing, packaging and handling.

Because Team
$3.84

A portion goes towards salaries for our team members who work with The Shoe That Grows program.

Overhead
$1.78

A portion goes towards the overhead costs that keep The Shoe That Grows program running day-to-day.

R&D
$1.07

A portion goes back towards further research and development for The Shoe That Grows.

Impact
$1.98

A portion goes towards both measuring and furthering the impact of The Shoe That Grows.

Sizing Chart

If in doubt, we recommend selecting a larger size to allow more room for growth.

C=Children
Y=Youth
W=Women

  
    
    Age
    US
    EUR
  

    XSmall
    1 – 2.5
    5 – 9C
    21 – 25
  

    Small
    3 – 6
    9 – 13C
    25 – 29
  

    Medium
    7 – 11
    13C – 4Y
    31 – 35
  

    Large
    12 – 16
    5 – 9W
    36 – 40
  

    XLarge
    16+
    10 – 14W
    41 – 45
  

The Shoe That Grows expands five sizes and lasts for years, developed for kids impacted by poverty.