Our Impact

Jameer's Story

After experiencing a personal loss, Jameer found an outlet for grief through soccer with the help of his family and Coach Jason.

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Program: Soccer for Success

"I like soccer because the coaches don’t just teach us about soccer. They also teach us other things like how to deal with stress and eat right."
Nbaa
Soccer for Success participant
“Soccer for Success has helped my son live a more active and healthier life. It has helped him make new friends and get along with other kids. It has also made him a better soccer player and have more confidence in himself.”
Jesús
Soccer for Success parent
“Mini-pitches are a safe space for anyone at any level of experience to discover the game of soccer and the community that comes with it. The mini-pitches are a place of joy, inspiration, and exploration.”
Imani Dorsey
professional athlete & BWPC board member
“As a coach-mentor, I have seen firsthand the dramatic improvements soccer has made in the lives of so many kids. Nothing beats being surrounded by teammates who support you. That’s the value of a program like Soccer for Success.”
David
Soccer for Success coach-mentor

More Than Just a Pitch

Underserved communities are 4x more likely to lack recreational facilities. By creating mini-pitches, we are increasing access to soccer and strengthening communities.

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Program: Safe Places to Play

Impact & Benefits

Our work creates stronger communities by improving the health and well-being of children.

99%say they’re more active after installing a mini-pitch
98%say the community feels safer after installing a mini-pitch
81%of kids feel better about their future
74%of kids stay away from gangs

A Place to Just Ball

A place to be themselves. Role models. Free access to soccer. Just Ball League offers these things and more to youth living in underserved communities who otherwise might not have these opportunities.

Just Ball in Action

Program: Just Ball League

Coach Asha's Story

Coach Asha wasn’t sure she could be a coach-mentor since she wasn’t a soccer expert. But she didn’t let that stop her and inspired her team along the way.

Learn About Her Story