GotSneakers - Sustainable Living & Fundraising Blog

Need a Last-Minute Fundraising Idea for Your Summer Camp?

Making your summer camp a fantastic and memorable experience every year takes a lot of work and some serious fundraising power. If you find yourself coming up short this season, try these ideas for bringing in last-minute funds. Cans and...

5 Things You Should Be Recycling but Aren’t

Just about everyone knows you can recycle paper, cardboard, cans, and bottles, but there are plenty of other items with the potential for new lives. Some of them might surprise you! 1. Shoes and Sneakers Whether your favorite “comfy” sneakers...

The Best Channels for Promoting Your GotSneakers Shoe Drive

Do you need some help getting the word out about your GotSneakers shoe drive? Take a cue from business marketers, and connect with potential donors through as many channels as you can. Tell the Press Write a press release prior...

Everything You Need to Know to Declutter and Repurpose Your Wardrobe this Spring

It’s time for spring cleaning, and that includes your wardrobe! Here’s how to declutter your closet and choose the best future for all your clothes. Pull Everything Out and Sort It This method is suggested in Mari Kondo’s wildly popular...

Recycling Your Kids’ Old Shoes Can Make a World of Difference

Between growth spurts and exuberant play, kids go through a lot of shoes. Consider the benefits of recycling old pairs of sneakers instead of throwing them away. Reduce Waste Did you know your child could go through 25 or more...

6 Creative Ways to Celebrate Earth Day this Year

Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22. It’s an international holiday meant to spread awareness for environmental issues the world faces. As environmental concerns continue to grow, here’s what you can do to get involved and make a...

Get Your Coworkers Excited for a Cause with These Fundraising Ideas

It’s fundraising time again, and your kids are doing all they can to get as many donations as possible from friends and family. Here’s how you can help spread the word to an untapped network of potential donors: your coworkers....

Make Your Sneakers Last Longer with These Care Tips

A good pair of athletic shoes can be quite an investment, so you want them to last. Keep your favorite pairs in top shape with these care tips. Protect Them Right Out of the Box Invest in a good repellent...

Is it Time to Retire Your Athletic Shoes?

The intensity of your preferred workout or sport affects how long your athletic shoes last. How can you tell if it’s time for a new pair? It Hurts to Work Out Being sore after a hardcore workout is normal, but...

How to Recycle Old Tennis Shoes to Help Transform Lives

Those tennis shoes you’re thinking about tossing can join the 300+ million pairs of athletic shoes Americans send to landfills every year, or you can recycle them with GotSneakers where they can take on a new life with someone in...