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Our Story

Better Tomorrows begin with TOMS

Our Story

Better Tomorrows begin with TOMS

Various TOMS footwear shown.

In 2006 one shoe sparked a movement

to empower everyone, everywhere to reach their full potential.

TOMS Alpargata shown.

Pioneering the union of profit and purpose, founder Blake Mycoskie grew TOMS from humble beginnings in Venice Beach into a global force for good. For nearly 20 years, we’ve walked this journey together with you.

Two people holding hands.

With your help, we’ve impacted over

105 Millions Lives.

And we’re just getting started.

Two people holding hands.

With your help, we’ve impacted over

105 Millions Lives.

And we’re just getting started.

Our Legacy of Impact

A timeline of the legacy of TOMS.
A timeline of the legacy of TOMS.

Some Organizations We're Proud to Give to

A kid from Save the Children tying his shoes.

Save the Children

Kids from the East Side Riders Bike Club riding bikes.

East Side Riders Bike Club

Teenagers holding paintings from Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services.

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services

Someone from Brave Trails carrying a child on shoulders.

Brave Trails

Shoes That Give Back with Every Purchase

We give a portion of our profits to help support children’s education, health and well-being through cash grants, product donations, and deep partnerships with leading organizations.

A kid hula-hooping in the playground.

Since our founding in 2006, TOMS has given more than

$200 Million U.S. Dollars

in the form of shoe donations and monetary grants to nonprofits across the globe.

A kid hula-hooping in the playground.

Since our founding in 2006, TOMS has given more than

$200 Million U.S. Dollars

in the form of shoe donations and monetary grants to nonprofits across the globe.

A model wearing TOMS Alpargata and various other Alpargatas shown.

Our Iconic Alpargata

From its origin in Spain to its adoption in Argentina, the espadrille or Alpargata has always been a shoe of the people—synonymous with simplicity, comfort, and community.


Though we got our start with the Alpargata, today we offer styles for everyone—with an easy going spirit woven into every pair.

A model wearing TOMS Alpargata and various other Alpargatas shown.

Our Iconic Alpargata

From its origin in Spain to its adoption in Argentina, the espadrille or Alpargata has always been a shoe of the people—synonymous with simplicity, comfort and community.


Though we got our start with the Alpargata, today we offer styles for everyone—with an easy going spirit woven into every pair.