Invest in a Derby Child's Future
This Christmas and New Year, help us address a hidden health crisis in Derby: children suffering from pain and developmental issues due to ill-fitting, worn-out shoes.
About the Campaign
We are asking compassionate individuals and businesses to support a crucial intervention that provides dignity, health, and confidence to children living in poverty and in disadvantaged families and areas of Derby.
The "Sole Mate" Campaign, launched by 58i Small Business Hub, based on Green Lane in Derby and a part of Enterprising 4 Change Social Enterprise, aims to raise funds through gift vouchers of £40, £50, or £60.
Each voucher will be used to purchase a pair of new, high-quality shoes for a child living in poverty, including a crucial professional fitting service to ensure perfect alignment, comfort and support.
Our Partners
58i Small Business Hub
Based on Green Lane, Derby. Leading the Sole Mate Campaign as part of Enterprising 4 Change Social Enterprise.
Global Fund for Jesus
Based on Babington Lane, currently supporting over 120 children living in poverty across Derby who need quality, professionally fitted shoes.
Shooz 4 Kids
Based on Green Lane Derby, supplying high quality shoes and offering professional measuring and fitting services.
The Issue: Derived from Poverty and Deprivation
Foot Health
Poor shoes lead to permanent foot, knee, and back problems if not corrected during growth.
Poverty Barrier
Disadvantaged families often cannot afford new, high-quality, professionally fitted shoes.
Confidence
Worn or ill-fitting shoes cause social anxiety, limiting participation in sports and school life and lack of educational attainment.
Fitting Error
Simply buying a shoe isn't enough; professional measurement is vital for proper development.
63%
of children in the Arboretum Ward live in poverty
59%
of children in the Normanton Ward live in poverty
The Solution: Tangible, Targeted Giving
Your gift is a Sole Mate Voucher that covers the cost of quality footwear and the crucial professional fitting service.
Voucher
Covers a high-quality basic pair + fitting for a younger child.
Voucher
Covers a durable pair + fitting for a primary school-aged child.
Voucher
Covers a premium/youth pair + fitting for an older child/teenager.
How You Can Help a Derby Child
Simply choose what level of giving aligns with your heart and wallet at this time, click on the link and this will take you through to a payment page where you can offer your donation!
I want to Donate:
Other AmountWe will post out your Voucher as evidence of your investment in the life and sole of a child in Derby!
Thank You
Thank you for your partnership and donation - making a REAL difference in the life of a child in Derby!
Questions or Want to Learn More?
If you have any questions about the Sole Mate Campaign or would like to discuss how your business can get involved, we'd love to hear from you.
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