Students, schools and clubs are being invited to participate once again in a campaign which aims to bridge continents through individual acts of kindness.
Irish charity, Our Shoes, collect pre-loved sports shoes directly from schools for donation to South African children, these donations are distributed to children in need by NGO’s on the ground. Their Our Shoes 2025 campaign is set to be an impactful initiative that fosters a spirit of community and charity among young people.
By donating pre-loved sports shoes, students will help reignite hope, restore dignity, and open doors to new opportunities for children in African townships. This campaign not only empowers children to walk confidently towards a brighter future but also fosters meaningful connections that transcend borders.
“We encourage your school to seize this opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of children in need,” a spokesperson for the charity said. “We are asking schools and clubs to get involved and run your own campaign in school, by registering for Our Shoes Campaign 2025.”
“During our visit to NGO’s and schools in Cape Town in February 2024, we witnessed the positive impact our efforts have had on recipients and their communities.”
Over 200 national schools participated in 2024, alongside over 40 Transition Year classes. Together, they collected an astounding 16,000 pairs of shoes, all destined for a second life, providing hope and dignity to those in need.
KEY DATES FOR SCHOOLS
From now until 20th March, start collecting shoes (keep in mind that you need to store collections until March 2025 collection). Then from 20th February to 20th March, it will be possible to start requesting a collection on the website (www.ourshoes.ie)
20th March 2025 will be the last day to register and request a collection. Then, during the month of March, collection of shoes will take place from each school by logistic provider, DPD.
To participate, schools should complete a new registration for 2025, even if they have been involved in previous campaigns. Interested schools can register by visiting https://www.ourshoes.ie/registerschool and clicking the ‘Register’ button.
For updates and additional resources, please check the website at www.ourshoes.ie
