Sole Purpose is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on collecting, refurbishing, and donating new and gently used men’s, women’s, and children’s sneakers and socks to the homeless in New York City.
Our mission is to provide a dependable pair of sneakers and socks to those experiencing homelessness in the U.S.
We envision a future in which every person experiencing homelessness has a dependable pair of sneakers and socks to help them take the next step forward in their lives.
Sole Purpose provides a comfortable pair of sneakers and socks to help prevent a variety of foot-related medical ailments and provide protection from the environment which results in an enhanced quality of life and improved self-confidence.
