DonateMost recently, the U.S. Soccer Foundation launched the “Soccer for Success” after school program in Houston, TX. Supported by the local School District, Parks & Recreation Department, and the Houston Dynamo, “Soccer for Success” engages 3rd through 8th grade students in fun, supervised programming that teaches soccer fundamentals, builds life skills, and promotes healthy lifestyles. The program will reach over 1,500 children in vulnerable Houston neighborhoods. Be an advocateThe shortage of adequate playing fields is real and quantifiable. Are your elected officials aware of this issue? Have you and your club proposed solutions? Did you know that The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 — also known as the federal stimulus package — includes funding that state and local governments can use to construct or maintain public parks, playgrounds and recreation centers? Is the soccer community where you live making its needs known? Share knowledge and TimeYou may be among the growing wave of young adults who make up the first American generation to grow up with soccer as the primary game they’ve played and love. You have the skills and the experience to serve as coaches, referees and administrators and should be the springboard that propels soccer to the next level in the United States. Are you giving something back to your community through the game you love? Share equipmentA pair of playing shoes. A soccer ball. A little open space. That’s all it takes to enjoy the beautiful game. Yet there are countless children for whom a decent pair of cleats and a soccer ball remain unfulfilled items on a wish list. One of the easiest things anyone can do is share new or gentle used soccer gear with those who are less fortunate. Some of the youngest among us are putting their time and energy into doing just that. Donate to the Passback Program >> The change we want to see begins with each of us. How will you make a difference? |