Shoes for School
Shoes for School 2025
Saturday, August 2 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Covenant Health Park
Join us for the 23rd anniversary of the Knoxville Area Urban League’s Shoes for School event! With the support of our generous corporate partners, local nonprofits, and community members like you, we're ready to make a big impact in 2025—but we need your help to make it happen.
👟 What is Shoes for School?
Each year, this event provides new shoes and school supplies to hundreds of Knox County students, helping boost their confidence and prepare them for a successful academic year. A $25 donation covers a brand-new pair of shoes for a child in need—small gift, big impact.
📍 New Location for 2025!
We’re thrilled to announce that this year’s event will take place at Covenant Health Park on Saturday, August 2 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
✅ Ways to Get Involved:
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Sponsor the event
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Host a booth and distribute school supplies
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Volunteer to help make the day run smoothly
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Donate to sponsor a pair of shoes or school supplies
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Spread the word in your network
English Flyer
Event Flyer
Donations Flyer
Volunteer Flyer
Booth Sponsor Flyer
Folleto Español
Folleto del Evento
Folleto de Donaciones
Volante voluntario
Folleto del patrocinador del stand
Food for Families
Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN and KAUL are teaming to aid families during the Shoes for School event! Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN will provide boxes which will include a mix of shelf-stable goods and fresh produce to meet your family's needs.
Comida para familias
¡El Banco de Alimentos Second Harvest del Este de Tennessee y KAUL se unen para ayudar a las familias durante el evento Shoes for School! El Banco de Alimentos Second Harvest del Este de Tennessee proporcionará cajas que incluirán una mezcla de productos no perecederos y productos frescos para satisfacer las necesidades de su familia.
WHEN
Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
WHERE
Covenant Health Park /500 E Jackson Ave Knoxville, TN 37915
DONATE TODAY
$25 will empower children with new shoes and school supplies!
EVENT SPONSOR
Financial sponsorships, donations, and in-kind contributions should be submitted by July 1st, 2025.
BOOTH SPONSOR
Distribute supplies to families and communicate the purpose of your organization. (Sign-ups close June 30th)
SUPPLIES
Review the suggested list of school supplies for students in grades K-12.
VOLUNTEER
Organize shoes and supplies before the event or distribute supplies to families.
Sincere gratitude to our sponsors for their generous financial support.
Hundreds of students and families have received vital school supplies and shoes for the upcoming school year.
Shoe Distributer since 2003
The Knoxville Area Urban League is thrilled to spotlight Shoe Carnival's incredible contribution as our shoe distributor since 2003. For over two decades, Shoe Carnival has been an indispensable partner, enabling KAUL to fulfill our mission of providing high-quality shoes to children aged 5-12 in need, free of charge.
Shoe Carnival's unwavering commitment to children, families, and the community is truly remarkable. Their dedication extends beyond providing shoes; they consistently offer low bulk rates, enabling us to maximize our resources and reach more children. Thanks to Shoe Carnival's steadfast support, we've ensured that every child receives a brand-new pair of shoes to kick off the school year on the right foot.
We're immensely grateful for Shoe Carnival's ongoing partnership and their belief in our cause. Their generosity has profoundly impacted countless children's lives, empowering them with the confidence and comfort they deserve.
