ABOUT US
Inspired by Travel, Fuelled by Giving Back.
The Gandys brothers lost their parents in the devastating 2004 Tsunami while living a life of adventure. But Rob and Paul built positivity from tragedy - they started a thriving business for like-minded adventurers and decided to use every sale to help underprivileged children
This is our purpose - to educate 1 million underprivileged children by supporting projects across the world.
Every purchase you make helps to make a real difference to a child's life.
ABOUT US
Inspired by Travel, Fuelled by Giving Back.
The Gandys brothers lost their parents in the devastating 2004 Tsunami while living a life of adventure. But Rob and Paul built positivity from tragedy - they started a thriving business for like-minded adventurers and decided to use every sale to help underprivileged children
This is our purpose - to educate 1 million underprivileged children by supporting projects across the world.
Every purchase you make helps to make a real difference to a child's life.
INSPIRED BY TRAVEL. FUELLED BY GIVING BACK
Helping you to find your freedom
A love for travel inspired the creation of Gandys and we hope we can help you to find your freedom, whatever that means to you. Our products are made for those on a journey. We’d love you to take us along on yours. Our journey takes us all over the world as we immerse ourselves in different cultures and share our mission to give back.
Gandys is all about great products, but it’s so much more.
INSPIRED BY TRAVEL. FUELLED BY GIVING BACK
Helping you to find your freedom
A love for travel inspired the creation of Gandys and we hope we can help you to find your freedom, whatever that means to you. Our products are made for those on a journey. We’d love you to take us along on yours. Our journey takes us all over the world as we immerse ourselves in different cultures and share our mission to give back.
Gandys is all about great products, but it’s so much more.
OUR INSPIRATION
Turning tragedy into triumph
In 2004, the world’s most deadly Tsunami took the lives of 230,000 people in a matter of hours. Sri Lanka was one of the worst hit countries with more than 30,000 people swept away and hundreds of thousands left homeless. Rob and Paul’s family were on the beach enjoying a multi-year travelling adventure when the tsunami hit.
Aged just eight to seventeen, Rob, Paul and siblings Mattie and Rosie trekked for 200km across the decimated country, unaware they were orphans. They drew on every ounce of strength and determination to survive and get home. Based on what they had seen, they created Gandys, a brand that helps disadvantaged children all over the world.
2010's
Resilience Is Key
It all began with flip-flops. Using our favourite choice of footwear for travel and adopting a pioneering spirit, we were able to carve a path for ourselves to educate others less fortunate and establish a brand that's not only good for you but actively helps others too.
2018
Back To Where It All Began
The Gandys Foundation, was established in 2013 by Rob and Paul. Since its inception, the charity has grown from its first campus in Sri Lanka, which helped families and children who had been affected by the Tsunami to having campuses built in Brazil, Nepal, Malawi and Mongolia. Gandys charitable reach is global and as you buy with us to prepare for your adventures you're helping children worldwide to gain an invaluable education.
2020's
The Journey Continues
Gandys continues to be fuelled by giving back and helping you to encompass the spirit of escapism. We encourage you to keep exploring, push boundaries and be a pioneer for change and adventure.
OUR INSPIRATION
Turning tragedy into triumph
In 2004, the world’s most deadly Tsunami took the lives of 230,000 people in a matter of hours. Sri Lanka was one of the worst hit countries with more than 30,000 people swept away and hundreds of thousands left homeless. Rob and Paul’s family were on the beach enjoying a multi-year travelling adventure when the tsunami hit.
Aged just eight to seventeen, Rob, Paul and siblings Mattie and Rosie trekked for 200km across the decimated country, unaware they were orphans. They drew on every ounce of strength and determination to survive and get home. Based on what they had seen, they created Gandys, a brand that helps disadvantaged children all over the world.
2010's
Resilience Is Key
It all began with flip-flops. Using our favourite choice of footwear for travel and adopting a pioneering spirit, we were able to carve a path for ourselves to educate others less fortunate and establish a brand that's not only good for you but actively helps others too.
2018
Back To Where It All Began
The Gandys Foundation, was established in 2013 by Rob and Paul. Since its inception, the charity has grown from its first campus in Sri Lanka, which helped families and children who had been affected by the Tsunami to having campuses built in Brazil, Nepal, Malawi and Mongolia. Gandys charitable reach is global and as you buy with us to prepare for your adventures you're helping children worldwide to gain an invaluable education.
2020's
The Journey Continues
Gandys continues to be fuelled by giving back and helping you to encompass the spirit of escapism. We encourage you to keep exploring, push boundaries and be a pioneer for change and adventure.
FIND OUT THE FULL STORY
An unconventional childhood and the day that changed everything.
‘Rob and Paul’s story was very moving and I was humbled by their ability to turn a personal tragedy into something so positive.’
Sir Richard Branson
OUR PURPOSE
To educate one million children worldwide
This is the heart and soul of our business. Every time you buy from us, we donate. Your purchases help fund our life-changing Kids Campuses across the globe, aimed at providing education for children living in extreme poverty.
FIND OUT THE FULL STORY
An unconventional childhood and the day that changed everything.
‘Rob and Paul’s story was very moving and I was humbled by their ability to turn a personal tragedy into something so positive.’
Sir Richard Branson
OUR PURPOSE
To educate one million children worldwide
Every time you buy from us, we help to fund the life-changing projects we support. See what we’re all about and what we’ve achieved over the past ten years.