Payless Shoe Source was founded in Topeka, Kan. by two cousins, Louis and Shaol Pozez, who opened self-service stores selling budget footwear in 1956. Since then, Payless has gone on to open more than 4,700 stores across the country. Payless caters to all types of people and personalities with its low-price items and footwear. Whether you are looking for a nice running shoe or something more chic for a night out on the town, Payless can satisfy your footwear needs.