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How to Donate Shoes in 4
Simple Steps

  • Check that your ballet, tap, jazz, or contemporary shoes are gently used and still wearable.

  • Wipe them down, tie pairs together, and place them in a bag or box.

    • Drop-off: Bring them to a partner studio near you.

    • Mail-in: Send them directly to our donation address: 121 Pinewood Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

  • Include a note of encouragement (optional!) and tell your child the story of how their old shoes will help another dancer.

Don’t have shoes, but want to help?

Consider making a donation below.

3% Cover the Fee

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    Access to Dance

    Your gift puts dance shoes on the feet of children who otherwise couldn’t afford them — opening the door to dance education and opportunity.

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    Extend the Life of Shoes

    Ballet shoes often outgrow their first dancer long before they wear out. Donating gives them a second life — and another dancer a chance.

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    Build Confidence

    Something as simple as the right shoes can help a young dancer step onto the stage with pride, confidence, and belonging.

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    Keep Dance Inclusive

    Every dancer deserves the chance to participate, regardless of background. Your gift helps make dance more accessible and inclusive.

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    Inspire the Next Generation

    A pair of donated shoes can spark a lifelong love of movement, creativity, and self-expression for the next generation of artists.

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    Be Part of the Story

    When you give, you’re not just donating shoes — you’re joining a community that believes every step matters.

 FAQs

  • We accept gently used ballet, tap, jazz, and contemporary shoes of all sizes. Pointe shoes, slippers, and practice shoes are welcome, as long as they’re still in wearable condition. Please avoid shoes with holes, broken soles, or heavy damage.

  • You can drop them off at one of our partner studios or mail them directly to us. Visit our Get Involved page for simple step-by-step instructions.

  • Your donations go directly to children and dancers in underserved communities who might not otherwise have access to proper footwear for class, practice, or performance.

  • Yes! We welcome monetary donations to cover shipping, cleaning, and storage costs, as well as volunteers to help sort and distribute shoes. Every contribution makes a difference.