SECOND KICKS

Second Kicks distributes gently used and new athletic shoes to children and youth in Toronto who cannot afford them. The organization recognizes that proper footwear is essential for school attendance, sports participation, and overall health, yet many low-income families struggle to purchase shoes regularly as children grow. Second Kicks collects donations from the community, inspects and cleans the shoes, and provides them free to young people through schools, community centers, and social service agencies across the GTA. By removing this barrier to participation in physical activity and education, Second Kicks helps children build confidence and stay engaged in their communities. The organization operates on a simple model: collect, clean, distribute, and repeat, ensuring that cost is never a reason a child sits on the sidelines.