Soccer is more than a game. Our program uses soccer to improve children’s physical and mental health and overall well-being in underserved communities.

• Stories of Impact: A Soccer for Success Innovation
  A Soccer for Success Innovation

  You could say that Vanessa Spero’s decision to host a summer Soccer for Success program for children with Down syndrome was a personal one. And it benefited not only the kids in the programs, but the teen coach-mentors who had the opportunity to work with them and make lasting relationships.

  

  Program: Soccer for Success

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Every child deserves a safe place to play in their neighborhood, so we’re aiming to create 1,000 mini-pitches across the country by 2026.

• Stories of Impact: Mini-Pitch Comes to Kearny, NJ (aka Soccertown U.S.A.)
  Mini-Pitch Comes to Kearny, NJ (aka Soccertown U.S.A.)

  Soccertown U.S.A. got a new mini-pitch thanks to our partnership with the Premier League and EA Sports. Even better: kids got to play with players from Newcastle and Brighton & Hove Albion.

  

  Program: Safe Places to Play

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Breaking down barriers, such as transportation and cost, the Just Ball League provides kids living in underserved communities opportunities to play right in their neighborhood.

• Stories of Impact: Just Ball League Meets NYC & LA
  Just Ball League Meets NYC & LA

  Season 1 is in the books! Travel from NYC to LA and experience the league in action.

  

  Program: Just Ball League

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Coaches are influential figures in children’s lives. We train coaches to serve as mentors and create positive connections with youth. The result? A safe and inclusive youth sports experience for everyone.

• Stories of Impact: A Coach-Mentor Q&A
  A Coach-Mentor Q&A

  We sat down with coach-mentors Sal and Perla to learn more about their love for the game, experiences as coach-mentors, and their goals outside of soccer.

  

  Program: Coach-Mentor Training

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