Two Ten Footwear Foundation: Giving the Footwear Industry Two Feet to Stand On

Two Ten Footwear Foundation is a unique non-profit organization because of its special focus on the members of the footwear industry. The non-profit organization provides its beneficiaries with a wide range of assistance ranging from financial to emotional support especially in crisis situations. The foundation may have been born out of the concern of its founders for the quality of life of the footwear industry’s workers during the 1960s economic uncertainty but it has remained relevant to this day.

The foundation’s services are provided on a 27/7, 365 days a year basis with responds to requests usually provided within 48 business hours. All of its services are also provided on a 100% confidential basis, thus, contributing to the beneficiaries’ sense of dignity even in the face of a crisis.

The non-profit organization provides financial assistance for individuals in crisis situations involving payments for utilities, mortgages for houses and cars, and other basic needs; crisis counselling via telephone; and community resources to help members get back on their feet.