Kristy Morris
Marketing Lead

About Kristy

Marketing That Connects. Impact That Lasts.

Kristy Fontelera-Morris is a creative-first marketer with more than 13 years of experience building purpose-driven brands across hospitality, fashion, nonprofit, and social impact. She currently serves as Director of Marketing for Sneakers4Good and GreenSneakers, leading brand strategy and campaigns that don't just convert — they connect.

At Sneakers4Good, Kristy leads marketing and brand strategy for a platform that partners with sustainability-minded organizations — including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Boston Athletic Association — to give sneakers a second life while creating measurable, trackable impact. Her work blends storytelling, digital strategy, and creative direction to help partners see exactly where their footwear ends up and the good it does along the way.

That expertise was built over seven years with sister organization Funds2Orgs, where Kristy spearheaded marketing initiatives that helped thousands of nonprofits and community groups raise funds through shoe drive campaigns — from SEO-rich content strategies and digital funnels to national advertising and creative direction — while keeping shoes out of landfills and supporting global micro-enterprises.

Kristy is also a contributing author for NonProfit PRO, where she writes the monthly column Marketing IRL — a no-fluff resource for changemakers who want smarter marketing and impact that lasts.

What sets Kristy apart is her ability to blend agency-level strategy with hands-on execution, bringing a storyteller's intuition and a marketer's eye for impact to every project.

When she's not leading creative teams or writing her column, you can find her traveling the globe, hosting dinner parties, or blasting Fleetwood Mac with her two dogs at her side.

Kristy's latest articles

How to Achieve Running 5 Days a Week

Running is a wonderful way to get your heart rate up and burn calories, but it can also be challenging. After all, it’s not the most convenient form of exercise. You have to put in some time beforehand and plan for running 5 days a week. Running is also prone to boredom and frustration if... READ MORE

5 Most Important Mental Health Benefits of Running

Life is about balance, and mental health is just as vital as physical health. And while it’s easy to get bogged down by stressors in life, one of the best ways to handle these difficulties is staying active. Regular exercise can go a long way in reducing stress and helping you feel happier. It’s well... READ MORE

5 Easy Ways to Get Involved in the Running Community

Loving running? A lot of people do. The best way to stay the course is by getting involved with your local running community. For years, more and more people picked up running as their sport of choice. As a result, there’s been an increase in the number of organizations, events, and meetup groups centered around... READ MORE

5 Ways to Promote Your Running Group & Get New Members

As a running group leader, you likely have a passion for the sport and want to share that with as many people as possible. After all, who doesn’t love running? The benefits of this activity are endless. For instance, it’s an efficient way to get your cardio while clearing your head. Running allows you to... READ MORE

Why an Obstacle Course for Team Fundraising?

Any team fundraising event could be significant if it happens for a good cause. In 2021, our partner, Jenna, and her husband collected sneakers at a Warrior Dash Mud Run in Ohio. The reason was exceptional because they needed to raise funds for medical care for his mother. However, this is one story of how... READ MORE

Why Collecting Sneakers is Fun for Your Community

One of our partners, Charles River Running, collected over 800 pounds of sneakers and running shoes in their community. We’re so happy to give them a shout-out; they were terrific. Any retail store, like Charles River Running, can raise funds for their needs or a good cause in the community. And all of it happens... READ MORE

The Circular Economy: Why Sports Needs to Pay Attention

Sports fans and club members can get access to whatever they want via their mobiles. And the world of sports is no exception. As a result, the sports world needs to pay more attention to how it presents itself to supporters. For instance, is your club, team, or sports group familiar with the circular economy?... READ MORE

The Best Strength Training Exercises for Beginners

Do you have a few fitness goals and want to start working out? Or are you an older person looking to stay active? Perhaps you want to learn the basics of strength training exercises? Or you may even want to run a marathon! If you answered yes to any of these questions, great news! The... READ MORE

What Is Plyometrics? 6 Benefits of Plyometric Training

Have you heard about plyometrics or ever wondered, what is plyometrics? Well, if you did, we’ll explain it here for you. If you want to stay in shape—or get in shape—plyometrics might be something to consider. Plyometrics is the only form of fitness that incorporates the stretch-shortening cycle. Responsible for generating the largest amount of... READ MORE

Marathon Recovery Plan: What You Don’t Know

Running a marathon is an accomplishment when you cross the finish line. Your pain and struggles become worth it at that moment. But the emotional and physical toll of running 26.2 miles is extreme. So, it’s essential to understand what happens to your body after a marathon to treat and recover from your efforts appropriately.... READ MORE

Getting Over Bullying by Making a Difference

Some stories are so impactful and need to get shared. And that’s what we’re doing with this story. It’s a story about one of our partners, Oswego YMCA, who partnered with us to recycle sneakers. It turns out that a member of their team purchased new sneakers (not necessary) for their fundraiser. You see, as... READ MORE

The Running Event Conference & Trade Show

Our team was excited to attend The Running Event of the year, occurring recently in Austin, TX. After nearly two years of not doing too much, it was great to see people face-to-face again! And what a great place for this to happen than in the fantastic city of Austin. If you love live music... READ MORE

SMART. SIMPLE. SUSTAINABLE.​

When you partner with Sneakers4Good, not only are you being social responsible and helping to keep sneakers out of landfills, but you provide innovative opportunities to families in developing countries all over the world through micro-enterprise.

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