SHOES THAT GROW
Lack of shoes is a major problem in Africa. Children often get parasites and diseases when they do not wear shoes. Those who have shoes quickly outgrow them or the shoes fall apart. A guy named Kenton Lee developed Shoes That Grow (inspired by his trip to Africa) which adjust by moving the straps in three areas: the toe, heel and sides. These shoes are made from high quality rubber and leather and will last a child for five years, to grow five shoe sizes!
In 2018, Scott's Legacy raised the funds to purchase 200 pair of Shoes That Grow to distribute to vulnerable children during our visit to Africa. The campaign was a great success, and the children were very grateful to receive new shoes they could wear for several years, even as their feet grew. In 2019, we raised the funds to purchase another 200 pair of Shoes that Grow. During 2022-2023, we raised the funds to purchase 349 additional pair of shoes which was distributed in Tanzania and Zambia in May/June 2023.
Saint Paul’s Lutheran School in Kingsville, Maryland, raised $1,438 during Lutheran Schools Week to cover the cost of 40 pair of shoes and much-needed school supplies for the children of NASA Nursery School in Africa. They also sent hand-written notes that were given to each child receiving shoes.
It is with Saint Paul’s help - and the support of our donors - that we can continue our crucial mission of assisting orphans and other children living in extreme poverty. We also distributed shoes to students of Flamboyant Special School and its surrounding villages in Mazabuka, Zambia. The need is great.
