Sneakers 4 Students was a project that started as a result of an ongoing need at Monroe Elementary. Students were growing throughout the year, and their shoes were getting too small. Their feet would start to ache and they could not concentrate on their school work. Sneakers 4 Students gave them the opportunity to receive free shoes in the event of an immediate need. Students were able to pick out a pair of shoes and return to class without losing too much of their learning time. They were able to concentrate better with a new pair of comfortable shoes. This project supported students when their shoes would tear, break, or when they would get them wet. Additionally, Sneakers 4 Students has been able to assist student athletes that would not otherwise be able to play sports without being able to purchase the proper required footwear.