Build a Field
In a continuing effort to expand its role in the soccer community, the U.S. Soccer Foundation has collaborated with its Corporate Partners to offer a range of services. These services are designed to provide solutions to challenges you may face as you embark upon your soccer project.
Supplies & Services
Soccer Field Handbook
Written in partnership with Soccer America, the U.S. Soccer Foundation's "Soccer Field Handbook," is a comprehensive resource on all things related to the development of soccer fields in your local community. Learn from the experts how you and your organization can build the field that meets your needs! All proceeds from the sale of this product will be used to support the Foundation's mission and programs. More
Partners Resource Center
The Partners Resource Center offers our Community Partners a unique resource for planning, designing, budgeting, and developing soccer projects and programs. Working with the Foundation and its Partners, you'll receive answers to all your questions from experienced professionals and gain access to significant discounts on soccer products and services. More
Funding
All Conditions Fields Program
In cooperation with our national partner, FieldTurf, the Foundation has enlisted the expertise of Ballard Sports, Clough Harbour Sports, Kwik Goal, Musco Sports Lighting and TGI Systems to lend support to the All-Conditions Fields (ACF) Program. This program assists in the development of fields that can be used in all weather conditions at all times. Supported by both the Foundation and FieldTurf, up to ten $100,000 grants are awarded each year to support the creation of numerous soccer fields across the country. More
Field Enhancement Grants
These Foundation Grants provide for field renovation, addition or improvement of field equipment, or lighting. More
Planning Grants Initiative
In partnership with Clough Harbour Sports, the Foundation offers the opportunity to apply for a Grant to develop a master plan for your soccer field construction project. The Planning Grants Initiative offers Grants of up to $10,000 in the form of credit with Clough Harbour Sports, the Foundation's Supplier for Soccer Facility Design and Planning Services. More
Lighting Finance Initiative
Soccer organizations can immediately purchase lighting for their playing fields with only a 25 percent down payment. Thanks to a program provided by the Foundation and its National Partner, Musco Sports Lighting, the balance can typically be paid through a four or five-year loan. More
The Soccer Funders Network
The Soccer Funders Network is a working group, led by the U.S. Soccer Foundation, which is comprised of private and public philanthropic organizations who support educational and leadership development projects and programs through the sport of soccer. Current members are focused on serving children in economically disadvantaged rural and urban communities across the United States. More
Tools & Tips
Field Building Standards
Anyone planning, developing or managing a soccer facility is faced with a multitude of decisions regarding the different components of their projects. The Foundation is offering guidance in making those decisions. More
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