About Us

More Than Shoes—A Movement Rooted in Dignity.

We walk with those experiencing economic disparity, promoting well-being and personal connection through new shoes and socks.

Wholly Kicks is a nonprofit committed to walking with—not past—those in need. We operate in Aurora and the broader Denver Metro area, partnering with Title 1 schools, shelters, nonprofits, and street-level communities to deliver new shoes and socks, along with something more: dignity, respect, and relational care.

We don’t do charity. We don’t do handouts. We show up consistently and kindly.

What Makes Us Different

  1. Walking With
    Our model isn’t transactional. It’s relational.
  2. New Shoes Only
    Always new, always dignified—because every person is worth it.
  3. Local, Personal, Present
    Our founder, staff and volunteers are on the ground, building trust and delivering hope one step at a time.
  4. No Public Events
    We serve by invitation only, through trusted partner organizations. The impact happens behind the scenes.

What We’ve Done & Where We’re Going

Since our first event in 2019, Wholly Kicks has distributed over 27,000 pairs of new shoes and socks to individuals across Aurora and Denver.

We’ve partnered with 100+ schools, shelters, and organizations to walk with people through meaningful moments of care, connection, and dignity.

We don’t just count shoes—we count every conversation, every story, and every step taken together.

And we’re just getting started.

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How You Can Help

Organize a Shoe Drive

Make a direct impact through a school, office or community group.

Donate New Shoes

All sizes and genders welcome.

Fund a Shoe Event

Your support allows us to say “yes” to more partners.

Volunteer at Events

Help prep shoes or join a specific event.