When it is time to replace a pair of shoes I have found reasonable options for the old pair. It can be nice to have an old pair of tennis shoes around for dirty jobs. Some people like to save a pair for mowing the lawn, for painting, or for messy arts and crafts. Personally, I tend to hang onto one pair of sneakers until they are worn out. When I am ready, I buy a new pair at my local shoe store. I donate the old set to the store and walk home in my freshly purchased sports shoes. The old shoes are sent to an organization called Soles 4 Souls. This program collects new and used shoes and clothing gives them to people in need. I will post the link below, if you are interested in pursuing this route. However, I encourage you to check your local shoe stores or thrift stores regarding the types of programs available as this particular organization may not be in your area.
For shoes that are beyond wear, Nike accepts
donations for shoes. The donated shoes are grinded into a pulp and used to make
surfaces such as tracks and tennis courts. There are drop off locations at some
of Nike’s retail stores. If there isn’t a store near you, the shoes can be
shipped. Before I discovered the Soles 4 Souls program at my local store, I shipped
old shoes to Nike. Since I don’t have a location near me, I used to wait until
I collected several pairs of old shoes and then I would ship them. It is cheaper
if you can find a location or another program in your area as you do have to
pay shipping.
Please share how you reuse or recycle your old
shoes. Have you ever used a boot as planter? I have not tried this myself,
though I have seen some lovely pictures! I would love to hear your creative
ideas. If you have pictures that would be wonderful as well.
Related Links
Click on FAQ on their website to find a location near you or mail
shoes here:
Nike Grind Processing
3552 Avenue of Commerce
Memphis, TN 38125
Disclaimer
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Memphis, TN 38125
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