Turning Old Sneakers Into New Hope

A teen-led nonprofit organization benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of CT.

Help us reach our goal!

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GOAL $10,000

81% of our goal raised!

Who We Are

We are a teen-led nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Ronald McDonald House Connecticut and Western Massachusetts (RMH CTMA). Our work brings teens together to uplift families facing medical crises by combining youth-powered fundraising, sneaker recycling initiatives, and community-driven compassion. Through our collective efforts, we aim to provide comfort, reduce stress, and make sure families can stay close to their children during challenging times.

OUR IMPACT in numbers

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Shoes Removed From Landfills

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of CO₂ Reduced

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0 gal

of Water Saved

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Collection Locations

Teen volunteers collecting donated sneakers to support families at Ronald McDonald House of Connecticut

OUR MISSION

The Heart of Our Work

Youth Leadership. Community Impact.

Our mission is to unite teens in fundraising efforts that benefit the Ronald McDonald House CT and Western MA (RMH CTMA), helping families stay together and strong during times of medical crisis. By harnessing the energy, creativity, and compassion of young people, we aim to make a tangible difference in the lives of children facing medical challenges.

Our Partners

A big thanks to the organizations that make our efforts possible!

Vans - Westfarms

Vans in Farmington, CT donates all shoes recieved as online returns that are no longer carried in store. With the quality, condition, and quantity of these shoes, Vans Westfarms helps children and families in medical crisis.

Sneakers4Good

Our sneakers are shipped to Sneakers4Good, where they are redistributed to micro-entrepreneurs in underdeveloped nations and communities. Lace Up For Kids receives funds for these sneakers, all of which contributes directly to RMH CTMA.

The Marketplace at Guilford Food Center

For the month of September, all purchases made at The Marketplace can be rounded up to benefit Lace Up For Kids!

What We Do

Our teen-led sneaker drives and fundraising efforts raise vital support for RMH CTMA, helping families stay close during medical challenges.

Sneaker Recycling Program

We collect and recycle gently used sneakers through a national recycling partner. Each pair donated is converted into cash proceeds that directly support RMHC CTMA and their mission of caring for families with hospitalized children.

Monetary Fundraising

In addition to sneaker collections, we run donation campaigns and support local events—5Ks, school fundraisers, festivals—to raise monetary contributions for RMHC CTMA. Our outreach builds awareness, compassion, and community involvement.

Have questions about how we work or how to get involved? Find answers to common questions below.

Make a Difference Today!

Your support helps families stay close during medical challenges. Join us through donations, sneaker recycling, or volunteering.