
Through a collaboration with the Kiwanis Club of Cedar Rapids and other community organizations, children in foster care are eligible to receive one new pair of shoes through the Families Helping Families Shoe Voucher Program.
Thanks to our sponsors, we were able to dedicate funds to this program and provide shoes for children throughout the state. Only one pair of shoes per child is granted annually, and a voucher can be re-applied for every year.
Who qualifies for the Shoe Voucher Program?
Children in foster care, ages 4 to 18, are qualified for the Shoe Voucher program. Children who have been adopted from foster care do not qualify for this program.
$50 for kids 4-7 years of age.
$75 for kids 8-18 years of age.
How does the Shoe Voucher work?
Families may receive shoe voucher twice in 12-months, based on the date of the approved application. Each Shoe Voucher is redeemable at Kohl’s for ONE pair of shoes, up to $50 for children 4-7 years of age or up to $75 for children ages 8-18 years of age. If shoes cost more than the voucher limit ($50 or $75), you will be expected to pay the difference. If shoes cost less than the limit, the voucher does NOT carry a remaining balance for use at a later date.
Shoe Vouchers will be mailed directly to the address listed on your application within 1-3 weeks. Families Helping Families of Iowa has the right to refuse funding to anyone.
Shoe Vouchers expire within 4-6 of receipt. Families Helping Families is unable to reissue vouchers if they are not used before their expiration date.
Sports & Activity Footwear
If your child needs new shoes for sports or another activity, we can help. Through our Spread Your Wings activity scholarships, you can apply for sports and athletic footwear.
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Please note: Children who have been adopted from foster care do NOT qualify for this program.
