GIVE YOUR SNEAKERS A SECOND LIFE.
Turn your sneakers into impact — not landfill waste!
Over
pairs of sneakers kept out of landfills.
More than
paid to sustainability partners and their local charities.
Empowers
microentreprenuers in the reuse economy.
Supported by
reuse partners and drop-off locations nationwide.
AMERICA'S TRUSTED SNEAKER RECYCLING & REUSE PROGRAMS
Programs for Every Athletic Community, Cause & Lifestyle Recycle sneakers, raise funds, and keep running shoes out of landfills.
RUN SPECIALTY RETAILERS
Perfect for: Run specialty store owners, managers, and inventory teams
Give customers a responsible answer to what to do with old sneakers and turn trade-ins into real community impact. Our free sneaker recycling program helps stores collect adult running shoes, support local causes, and strengthen sustainability credibility.
Become a Certified Sustainable Retailer by keeping running shoe recycling simple, visible, and meaningful.
GYMS & RUN CLUBS
Perfect for: Gyms, run clubs, CrossFit boxes, OTF studios, and athletic groups
Looking for gym marketing ideas that actually engage your members? Host a sneaker recycling drive. Collect used running shoes, raise funds for your club or a local cause, and give members a tangible way to give back to the environment and small businesses in developing nations. This is wellness, sustainability, and community by design.
PLANTING TREES
Perfect for: Sustainability teams, CSR programs & eco-conscious communities
With our Green Sneakers Program, sneaker recycling becomes living impact. Every pair collected helps plant trees and restore forests around the world.
Through our climate-tech partner veritree, your running shoe recycling effort directly supports reforestation and ecosystem recovery.
HEALTHCARE HEROES
Perfect for: Nurses, hospitals, run/walk events, and healthcare teams
Created to support those who support everyone else. Healthcare organizations can recycle sneakers, raise funds, and promote wellness all at the same time.
Collect adult running shoes from staff, patients, and supporters and earn $1 per pair for charitable foundations, employee programs, or patient support initiatives.
PREPAID MAIL-IN REUSE BAGS
Perfect for: any runner or athletic individual
Benefits
- Free program, zero setup cost
- Sustainability + wellness in one initiative
- Scales from single individuals to large hospital systems
- Customizable marketing templates included
HOW IT WORKS
Give Sneakers a Second Life in 3 Simple Steps
Gather adult sneakers or running shoes from customers, members, or supporters. Earn $1 per pair or more while keeping shoes out of landfills.
Fill your prepaid bags and drop them off with UPS or FedEx. Shipping is always free.
Every pair helps fund local programs, community goals, or causes you care about, while supporting the global reuse economy.
TRUSTED BY LEADING ORGANIZATIONS AND BRANDS
SMALL STEP FOR YOU.
BIG IMPACT FOR COMMUNITIES.
Millions of sneakers are discarded every year. We help communities recycle sneakers responsibly, turning waste into opportunity.
We partner with run specialty stores, gyms, races, and athletic communities to make sneaker recycling simple, local, and measurable.
You’ll receive transparent impact reporting, including CO₂ saved, pairs reused, and communities reached.
REAL STORIES. REAL IMPACT
Through sneaker recycling and reuse, thousands of lives are changed daily simply through the collection of sneakers and running shoes. Families of micro-entrepreneurs are given a hand up, not a hand out—creating local commerce and supporting communities in underdeveloped nations.
Every drive creates local momentum and global change.
START AN ONGOING SNEAKER DRIVE
Perfect for: Running stores, gyms, run clubs, and road races
Turn sneaker recycling into a consistent sustainability initiative. We provide collection bins, marketing materials, partner support, and prepaid shipping—all at no cost.
Benefits:
• Free program setup
• Strong local engagement
• Increased foot traffic and goodwill
• Supports a cause of your choice
ON OUR BLOG
Why Running Shoe Rotation Matters
If you’ve spent any time around experienced runners, you’ve probably heard them talk about their “rotation.” One pair for long runs, one for speedwork, and
How Long Do Running Shoes Last? Mileage & Lifespan Breakdown
Every runner has that moment when they pick up their favorite running shoes and think of a pre-dawn run, a weekend run, and maybe even
How Long Does It Take to Train for a Marathon?
There’s that moment when you hit the “confirm” button for a marathon, and you feel that rush of excitement. And then a few beats later,
The Smarter Way to Recycle Running Shoes
Sell sneakers for cash and give your running shoes a second life through the global reuse economy and supporting the environment.