National Go Barefoot Day

On June 1st, you will have the opportunity to kick off your shoes and run barefoot through the cool grass on National Go Barefoot Day. More importantly, it is a day to help a charity that helps millions of underprivileged children around the world get shoes.

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How many pairs of shoes do you own? How many pairs of shoes do you own?

In your closet, the typical American woman has 27 pairs of shoes
Averaging 12 pairs of shoes, men have much fewer pairs of shoes than women, with just 12 pairs of shoes

Why do women wear so many shoes?

Like to coordinate their shoes with their outfit
Some women wear the same shoe in different shades
More options to choose from based on occasion

What are the benefits of not having a lot of shoes?

You may be able to find space in your closet for other items
You'll save a lot of money on other things

A Good Fit Properly fitted shoes are also important. Get rid of any shoes that don't fit properly. Wearing shoes that don't fit properly aren't beneficial for your feet. Why should I sell my shoes?

When you give gently used shoes to those who need it most. Shoes are impossible to come by in several countries, particularly good shoes that shield feet from rocks and harsh elements. Even if they have access to a pair of shoes, they can be handed down, used or ill-fitting. And, they may only be able to wear them on special occasions
Donating your shoes keeps them out of the landfill and minimizes the amount of "stuff" that is already present in landfills, which can be reduced
Donations made for usable, clean, and good shoes to someone who will wear them to school and work will help with confidence. It's amazing how a pair of shoes can make a difference

Shoes matter

Consider these facts: If you need any more reason to sell your gently used shoes, consider these facts:

According to an estimated 300 million children around the world, no shoes are worn at all
Children who only have one pair of shoes will quickly outgrow them
Children without shoes are unlikely to attend school because they are usually part of the uniform
Walking, running, jumping, and playing have all been enhanced, as have walking, running, jumping, and playing

The benefits of owning a good pair of shoes: 1) The benefits of owning a good pair of shoes:

The feet are covered by a shield. Children who do not have shoes are more vulnerable to soil-transmitted diseases
They shield the feet from tetanus, infections, and jiggers, which are small parasitic fleas. These fleas enter the body through the soles of the feet. These tiny fleas have grown to 2,000 times their original size in just ten days, causing pain and difficult walking

Shoes are one of the most difficult items to get in poorer countries, and you may be surprised to learn that shoes are one of the most difficult things to get in poorer countries. People in these countries can make their own clothing. A sturdy pair of shoes, on the other hand, is much more difficult to make. This is one of many reasons why millions of children in poverty-stricken countries go without.

SHARE YOUR SHOES Now is a good time to organize your closets and donate a pair or two pairs of gently used shoes to a local charity. For more details, visit Soles4Souls' website. Other ways to commemorate this day include:: The following are some other ways to commemorate this day.

In your neighborhood, hold a shoe drive where you can buy gently used shoes to give away
Learn more about why going without shoes can be detrimental to a child's health, education, and wellbeing
Consider what it would be like to walk around all day without shoes
When posting on social media, help spread the word and use #GoBarefootDay

History of today

After the 2004 Tsunami disaster, Soles4Souls established National Go Barefoot Day to help those affected by the tragedy. However, donations have continued to come in, and over 5 million pairs of shoes have been donated worldwide since 2005.