SCHOOL
21RUN School opened in Kenya
€1
Donated to Shoe4Africa for every pair sold
17.200+
Children reached thanks to your support
Your Purchase Makes a Difference
When you buy a pair of shoes, you’re doing more than upgrading your gear — you’re helping build a brighter future for children in Kenya. For every pair sold, we donate €1 to Shoe4Africa, a charitable foundation creating real, lasting change through education, sports, and health.
Thanks to your support, we’ve already achieved a lot:
✔ Opened the 21RUN School in 2021
✔ Reached over 17,200 children with education, sports programs, and medical care
✔ Built a Boys & Girls Club where young athletes train with top-level coaches
✔ Launched the Porridge Club, providing daily breakfast for 1,000 kids
At 21RUN, we believe in the power of sport to transform lives. Together, we’re giving children in Kenya the chance to run toward a better future.
Proud partner of Shoe4Africa since August 12, 2020
Together, We Make a Difference:
Education: The Strongest Starting Line
At 21RUN, we believe that knowledge is just as vital as a good position at the starting line. In many parts of Kenya, quality education isn’t a given. That’s why we helped establish the 21RUN School — a safe place where children can learn, grow, and start building a brighter future.
Sport: Fuel for the Future
Sport has the power to transform lives. It teaches children to persevere, work together, and be proud of who they are. At the 21RUN Boys & Girls Club, young talent is guided by experienced coaches in an environment where sport nurtures both body and mind.
Health: The Foundation for Growth
Education and sport can only thrive when children are healthy and cared for. That’s why Shoe4Africa goes beyond learning and movement — they support nutrition, hygiene, and well-being too. With health projects and initiatives like the Porridge Club, they help provide the stability every child deserves.
See the Impact We’re Making with Shoe4Africa
Curious about the difference we’re making together?
Shoe4Africa’s founder and CEO, Toby Tanser, regularly shares inspiring stories and personal updates on LinkedIn — from opening new schools to meeting young athletes full of ambition and potential.
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Shoe4Africa Porridge Club
In many parts of Kenya, children start their school day on an empty stomach — no breakfast, and sometimes no food at all throughout the day. That’s why the Porridge Club was founded in 2025: a life-changing initiative supported by 21RUN, providing a nutritious breakfast to 1,000 children every day.
This simple but powerful program gives children the energy they need to learn, play, and grow. The result? Kids who show up to school focused and full of life — ready to make the most of their education and athletic potential.
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New Shoes, New Steps
For many children in Kenya, owning a proper pair of shoes is far from guaranteed. But shoes are essential — for attending school, playing sports, and simply walking safely and confidently through their neighborhoods. That’s why we regularly distribute shoes and sportswear to children who need them most. One of them is 12-year-old Amina, who received her very first pair of running shoes through the 21RUN Boys & Girls Club. For Amina, these shoes aren’t a luxury — they’re a way to move closer to her dreams, one step at a time.
Running Forward, Together
Running is what brings us together. Every day, we’re committed to helping runners move forward — with knowledge, expert advice, and the right gear. But our passion for sport goes beyond our stores. Through our partnership with Shoe4Africa, we’re helping children in Kenya access education, stay active, and grow up healthy. We’ve seen what sport can do. That’s why we believe every child deserves the chance to run toward a better future.