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It's Gotta Be The Shoes 

A spark of inspiration.

An unforgettable experience.

And a brand new pair of shoes.

Who We Are

It’s Gotta Be The Shoes' mission is to connect with 4th – 8th grade boys and girls to help them create transformative acts and habits of their own. 

We are a community of volunteers, organizations, college student-athletes, professional players, and coaches who work together to fuel their dreams one pair of shoes at a time. 

The numbers tell the story.

Thick Frames

87%

report increased self-esteem

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75%

report increased  physical activity

Doing Homework

62%

report improved behavior

Your gift directly impacts boys and girls with a new pair of shoes and so much more!

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