Testimonials
“Giving Sole has provided hundreds of new shoes for children in foster care. The excitement of the child picking out a new pair of shoes is remarkable. For some children this is the first time they are able to choose the exact shoe that they have wanted. Shawn Henss and his team at Giving Sole make every child feel special and they take the time to ensure that the child will have the shoes of his or her liking. The Children’s Heart Gallery appreciates everything that Giving Sole does for Arizona’s Children.”
“Here at DCS, we love partnering with Giving Sole! For a number of years now, they have helped support many youth in group homes as well as youth attending the Children’s Heart Gallery events to ensure they receive a brand new pair of shoes that they want and that fits. The kids always have the biggest smile on their faces when we deliver shoes! Giving Sole always goes above and beyond to help youth in foster care feel special.”
“Shoe shopping might appear like a seemingly ordinary task; however, Giving Sole demonstrated to my family and I that when picking out a pair of sneakers for a foster child, the act takes on a whole new meaning. When shopping with Giving Sole, my family learned about the incredible organizations that aid foster children and how even a basic need such as shoes that fit is often overlooked. Not only does Giving Sole meet this need, but Gavin and Shawn take care to see that the child or teen gets exactly what they want–the pair that will make the recipient feel their absolute best.”
“Giving Sole’s commitment to providing shoes to children in foster care has generated a lasting impact on the lives of these vulnerable youth. Their efforts go far beyond the simple act of supplying name brand shoes to youth in care, they represent a fundamental investment in the self-esteem, dignity and well-being of each of the youth they serve. I have witnessed first-hand how excited and amazed these youth are when they get that new pair of shoes. I have heard them say “I never thought I would ever have shoes like these”, their smiles go from ear to ear when they get those new pair of shoes, words can’t say enough about how wonderful this is for these youth. Giving Sole helps these youth have a sense of normalcy and fit in with their peers. It’s not only the youth that are impacted by the amazing things that Giving Sole does, but also the caregivers. They have expressed their gratitude for all Giving Soles has done for the youth they are caring for. Thank you, Giving Sole, for all you do for our youth!”
“I am beyond grateful for the incredible opportunity to have worked alongside the Henss family and Giving Sole over the past few years. Words cannot express how fulfilling it has been to witness the power of their compassion and work in meeting the needs of deserving children living in our local foster care system. Their promise of providing brand new, best of the best, shoes to these deserving kids helps shape their mission of letting each of them know that they are heard, known, and loved. Seeing the joy and excitement on their faces as they receive their new kicks is truly priceless. The Henss family’s dedication and passion for service and to making a difference in these children’s lives is beyond inspiring. Thank you, Giving Sole, for your friendship and for allowing me to be a part of this amazing journey.”