WE GUIDE YOUR TEAMS IN MORE THAN JUST SNEAKER SUSTAINABILITY!

Running has recently seen a rise in social popularity. Instead of just being a support, running has become a powerful way to connect with others and build community. With new running clubs popping up everywhere, we’ve put together a few ideas to help your club grow its presence and strengthen local connections. Host a Wellness... READ MORE

By now, you’ve heard of the challenges we have as it relates to climate. But did you also know that it’s a matter of waste colonialism? What do we mean by that? As the leading sneaker reuse program in the nation, we take pride in what we gather and ship into the reuse market. However,... READ MORE

If you’ve become a sustainable sneaker reuse movement member, have you ever wondered what happens to running shoes? One answer is that they don’t go into landfills. Annually, an eye-popping 300 million pairs of sneakers and shoes go into landfills. We have enough footwear in landfills to circle the Earth—multiple times. A second answer is... READ MORE

As sustainability and climate change have become ever-present, more people want to find ways to do something. Every little bit counts, so we want to discuss how running retail stores, sports clubs, road races, and gyms can become the epicenter to recycle sneakers. In other words, here’s how to make an impact in your community.... READ MORE

Running retailers have a bigger goal in mind than just selling the latest sneakers. They want to leave a positive, lasting mark on the communities they’re part of and the lives they touch. These stores are on a mission to use their influence within their communities for the greater good. Whether it’s supporting local food... READ MORE

Charity fundraising gets members of your local community in the door, and sneaker fundraisers can happen year-round. Have you ever considered combining them to host a marquee event? For a business, a charity auction is a fun way to get more of your local community in your doors while also being charitable yourself! Whether you... READ MORE

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

Do you want a new kind of challenge that guarantees results? Are you bored of doing the same exercises over and over again? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, why not try something else? An Orange Theory Workout could be your answer. It’s a community for people who love sports and... READ MORE

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

As we know, there’s a lot of poverty in the U.S. And while we have government and nonprofits helping those in need, unfortunately, sometimes it seems that it’s not enough. Still, not too long ago, we came across a story of inspiration. It’s a small window homelessness in America, running, and hope. Francesca Weems made... READ MORE

We know that times have been tough for many in your running store, organization, or community. Still, as vaccines for the pandemic get distributed, racing groups have started to focus on destination racing. However, there’s a challenge for many. Money’s tight, and as much as many want to go to scheduled road races, they might... READ MORE

Earlier this month, we posted an article, Sports Fundraising to Step into the Holiday Cheer. If you take a read of it, you’ll read about a CrossFit gym that decided to do social good for The Prosthetic Foundation despite the pandemic. You’ll also read about a new program our sister brand, Funds2Orgs, created called Funds4Women. That... READ MORE