NABA Shoes for Kids

06/03/2026

Countdown to Shoes For Kids 2026 starts now.

Planning an event that serves thousands of children and families takes an incredible community effort — from shoe fittings and volunteer coordination to sponsors, setup crews, and smiling faces welcoming families.

We’re already preparing for another unforgettable year and are looking forward to bringing our community together once again this December.

Interested in volunteering or sponsoring? We would love to connect.

05/27/2026

Did you know?

Last year, Shoes For Kids helped provide new shoes to approximately 2,500 children across Houston’s East End communities.

As we continue to grow, so does the need for volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who want to make a difference.

If your company, organization, or family would like to support this year’s event, send us a message. Together, we can make an even bigger impact in 2026.

05/20/2026

Every pair of shoes tells a story.

For some children in Houston’s East End, a new pair of shoes means confidence walking into school, pride at holiday events, and knowing their community cares.

For over 37 years, Shoes For Kids has helped thousands of local children start the season with dignity and support — and we couldn’t do it without our amazing volunteers, sponsors, and supporters.

Thank you for helping us continue this tradition one child, one family, and one pair of shoes at a time.

04/23/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Austin High School for their continued support of our annual Shoes for Kids giveaway. Year after year, they open their doors and welcome us in, helping create a space where children from the East End can receive new shoes with dignity and excitement.

This event would not be possible without the dedication and generosity of the entire Austin High School staff. Your commitment to this community truly makes a lasting impact on the families we serve.

A special thank you to Principal Lucio Rodriguez for your leadership and for always standing behind this mission. Your support helps us continue reaching more children each year.

From all of us at NABA Shoes for Kids — thank you for being such an important part of what we do. 💙

04/20/2026

More Than a Sponsor — Family

At Shoes For Kids, some partners become more than supporters… they become family.

That’s exactly what Whataburger is to us.

Year after year, they don’t just show up — they show up with heart. With consistency. With a genuine commitment to the children and families we serve in Houston’s East End.

From their generosity to their presence at our events, Whataburger has been woven into the fabric of what we do. They understand that this mission is about more than shoes — it’s about community, connection, and care.

And just like family, they’re always there when it matters most.

🍔 We are beyond grateful for a partnership that feels like home.

04/16/2026

Thank You, Calpine — Year 2 of Making an Impact!

We are incredibly grateful to Calpine for continuing their support of Shoes For Kids for a second year!

It’s one thing to show up once—but it means even more when a partner believes in the mission and comes back to make an even greater impact. Because of Calpine’s continued generosity, we’re able to reach even more children across Houston’s East End with brand new shoes and a renewed sense of confidence.

Your commitment to our community, your support of our families, and your belief in what we do does not go unnoticed.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us—year after year. ❤️

04/14/2026

We’d like to extend a sincere thank you to for hosting today’s informative session on the Union Pacific Community Ties Giving Program at The Deluxe Theater.

This session provided valuable insight into grant priorities, eligibility requirements, and how local organizations can better align their applications to make a meaningful impact. Opportunities like this not only increase access to funding, but also strengthen the connection between community organizations and corporate partners committed to growth and sustainability.

We appreciate Union Pacific’s continued investment in the Great Fifth Ward, including Denver Harbor and Kashmere Gardens, and their dedication to supporting workforce development and community vitality.

A special thank you to for the invitation and for helping bring local nonprofits together for this important opportunity.

Special recognition to Barrio Dogs for their testimony. (Pictured )

We look forward to seeing the positive impact these grants will have across our community!

04/13/2026

👟 A Huge Thank You to Valero for Showing Up in a BIG Way!

This past year marked Valero’s first year supporting Shoes For Kids—and what an incredible impact they made.

From day one, they didn’t just join… they showed up in a BIG way. Their support helped us provide brand new shoes to thousands of children across Houston’s East End, giving them not just comfort, but confidence as they head into the season.

It means everything to partner with organizations like Valero that truly believe in giving back and investing in our community.

We are so grateful for their generosity, their heart, and their commitment to making a difference. ❤️

Here’s to many more years of changing lives—together.

04/09/2026

A Tradition of Giving from the Heart

At Shoes For Kids, some partnerships become something much deeper — they become part of our story.

For years, Mr. Perry of the Perry Homes Foundation would personally ensure that flowers and a generous check were delivered to our founder, Yolanda Black Navarro. It was more than a donation… it was a gesture of respect, love, and shared purpose.

That tradition spoke volumes about the kind of heart behind the partnership.

Even today, that same spirit continues.

Because of the Perry Homes Foundation, thousands of children in Houston’s East End are given the opportunity to walk with confidence, dignity, and pride.

What started as a simple act of kindness has grown into a lasting legacy of impact.

We are forever grateful to stand alongside a partner who truly understands what it means to give back.

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04/06/2026

🌟 Where the Shoes Go

Programs like Shoes For Kids are only possible because of generous community partners.

Local companies step up every year to help provide brand new shoes to children in Houston who need them most.

Their support helps us serve 2,500+ children each year.

When businesses invest in their community, incredible things happen.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping children start the school year with confidence.

Interested in becoming a Shoes For Kids partner?
Send us a message to learn more.