although i havent purchased my first pair of toms shoes yet [because i cant decide between the green tyedye, the polka dot, or those anchor adorned ones below] , i really admire what the company does: "for every pair of shoes you buy, toms will give a pair of shoes to a child in need. one for one. using the purchasing power of individuals to benefit the greater good is what we're all about." my sister and i want to volunteer to take the shoes to the kids on a "shoe drop", find out more here.