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End of Year Campaign Drive

Drop a pair.Keep her in school.

A pair of school shoes can make the journey to education a little easier. Help WLSA Zimbabwe collect 1,000 pairs of new or pre-loved school shoes for girls in Mbire and Mafararikwa, Mutare Rural.

Our Drop a Shoe Campaign runs from June to December 2026. Whether you donate a pair, contribute towards buying one or mobilise your organisation, you can help a girl walk to school with greater comfort, dignity and confidence.

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A girl's black school shoes and white socks on a dirt path leading to her school
Our campaign target
150of 1,000 pairs collected
15% 85% to go

15% of our target reached | 850 pairs still needed

Two ways to make a difference: donate a new or pre-loved pair of school shoes, or contribute from as little as $1 towards purchasing a pair.

The story behind the campaign

For some girls, getting to school is a 10-kilometre journey.

In parts of Mbire, some girls begin their school day before sunrise. As young as nine, they walk more than 10 kilometres to and from school, often barefoot.

During the rainy season, they navigate muddy paths. In winter, they face the cold, while in the hot season, the ground beneath their feet can become unbearably hot.

For these girls, getting to school is more than a daily routine. It is a physically demanding journey that can make an already difficult path to education even harder.

The challenges extend beyond the journey. Poverty, long distances to school, school dropout and inadequate protection systems continue to affect girls in rural communities. Teenage pregnancy and child marriage also threaten their opportunities to complete their education.

In Chitsungo Ward 16, teenage pregnancy, child marriage and school dropout have been identified as particular concerns.

A pair of school shoes will not solve every challenge a girl faces. But it can remove one everyday barrier between her and the classroom.
Why this campaign matters
9 yearsGirls as young as nine make the journey to school.
10 km+The distance some girls walk to and from school each day, often barefoot.
1,000 pairsOur target for girls in Mbire and Mafararikwa, Mutare Rural.
Three schoolgirls in uniform with backpacks walking along a dirt road towards their school
A woman holding up a pair of black school shoes above a box of donated shoes

Illustrative campaign images.

Why a pair of shoes matters

Every girl deserves to arrive at school with dignity.

For a girl who walks long distances to school, a pair of shoes is more than something to wear. It offers practical protection and makes the daily journey a little easier.

Protection

School shoes help protect girls’ feet from mud, rough ground, cold weather and hot surfaces along the way.

Dignity

Every girl deserves to attend school without feeling embarrassed because she lacks basic school essentials.

Confidence

Having the right school essentials can help girls feel more comfortable and prepared to participate in their education.

Access to education

Removing everyday barriers to school attendance helps girls continue learning and remain connected to the classroom.

How to donate

Your contribution can help put shoes on a girl’s feet.

You can support the campaign in two ways: donate physical shoes or contribute towards purchasing new pairs.

  1. 01

    Choose a pair

    Select a new or pre-loved pair of school shoes in good, wearable condition. Please ensure the shoes are suitable for school.

    Tie or tape each pair together to keep the shoes together.

  2. 02

    Drop it off

    Bring your donation to the WLSA Zimbabwe offices in Milton Park, Harare, or to an announced partner collection point.

    Follow our Facebook page for updates on additional collection points.

  3. 03

    We take care of distribution

    WLSA will count, record and sort the donated shoes before coordinating distribution with community partners in Mbire and Mafararikwa, Mutare Rural.

    We are committed to handling every donation responsibly while respecting the dignity and privacy of the girls receiving support.

Give towards a pair

You don’t have to donate shoes to make a difference.

You can contribute towards purchasing school shoes for girls who need them.

A contribution of $25 can buy one girl a pair of school shoes. You can also give $1, $5, $10 or any amount you can afford.

Every contribution brings us closer to our target of 1,000 pairs.

Choose your contribution (USD)

Give $25 via PayNow

Secure payment through PayNow Zimbabwe.

Prefer to make a bank transfer? Email communications@wlsazim.co.zw for payment details.

More ways to get involved

Keeping girls in school is everyone’s responsibility.

You don’t have to do it alone. Families, businesses, churches, schools and community groups can all play a part in making this campaign a success.

Families and individuals

Have a pair of school shoes in good condition that is no longer being used? Donate it to a girl who needs it.

How to donate

Companies and staff associations

Organise a workplace shoe collection, sponsor a number of pairs or support the campaign through transport, logistics and financial contributions.

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Churches and faith groups

Mobilise your congregation, women’s fellowship or youth group through a dedicated shoe collection drive.

Host a collection

Schools and student clubs

Encourage students to support fellow students by organising a school-wide collection challenge.

Start a school challenge
Take the 50-pair challenge

Can your organisation help us put 50 girls in school shoes?

One organisation can make a significant contribution towards our target of 1,000 pairs.

WLSA Zimbabwe is inviting companies, churches, schools, professional associations and community groups to take up the challenge by mobilising donations towards 10, 20, 50 or more pairs of school shoes.

Bring your colleagues together. Mobilise your members. Challenge your networks.

Whether you collect 10 pairs or sponsor 50, your organisation can help make a difference.

Choose your target
10PairsFor teams, small businesses and community groups.
20PairsFor schools, churches and staff associations.
50PairsFor companies, established organisations and larger groups.
100+PairsFor organisations ready to make a major contribution towards the campaign.

Choose your target. Mobilise your network. Help us reach 1,000 pairs.

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Become a campaign partner

Make your organisation part of the difference.

Companies and institutions can support the Drop a Shoe Campaign through financial sponsorship, shoe donations, employee fundraising drives or logistical assistance.

Organisations making significant contributions can be recognised as campaign partners through WLSA’s communication platforms and end-of-campaign reporting, subject to the organisation’s consent and WLSA’s recognition guidelines.

As a campaign partner, your organisation can demonstrate its commitment to girls’ education, gender equality and community development through practical action.

Interested in partnering with us?

Email communications@wlsazim.co.zw with the subject line: Drop a Shoe Campaign – Partnership.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the campaign.

Can I give money instead of shoes?

Yes. You can contribute towards purchasing school shoes through our PayNow payment link. Contributions start from $1, and $25 can buy one girl a pair.

Where do the shoes go?

The donated shoes will be distributed to girls in Mbire and Mafararikwa, Mutare Rural, in collaboration with community partners.

Can I donate more than one pair?

Absolutely! We welcome donations of multiple pairs from individuals, families, companies, churches, schools and other organisations.

Until when can I donate?

The campaign runs from June to December 2026. We encourage you to make your contribution before the end of December.

Can my organisation participate?

Yes. Companies, churches, schools, professional associations and community groups can organise collection drives, sponsor shoes or take up the 10, 20, 50 or 100+ Pair Challenge.

How will I know what happened to my donation?

WLSA Zimbabwe will share campaign progress updates and information about the distribution of donated shoes through its communication channels.

Can I become a campaign partner?

Yes. Organisations interested in making significant contributions through financial sponsorship, shoe donations or logistical support can contact WLSA Zimbabwe to discuss partnership opportunities.

One pair can make the journey easier.

Help WLSA Zimbabwe reach its target of 1,000 pairs of school shoes for girls in Mbire and Mafararikwa, Mutare Rural.

Donate a pair. Contribute towards one. Mobilise your workplace, church or school.

Together, we can help more girls walk into school with dignity.

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