Soccer Without Borders

Last year at Soccer Without Borders: 🌎 73 countries of origin were represented 📣 48 unique languages were spoken ✨ 225 SWB participants held youth leadership roles ⚽️ 5601 SWB activities took place 💪 7757 newcomer youth and marginalized girls were served... This is the power of soccer, education and community in action: these achievements belong to all of us. Your support has been the fuel behind every practice, every goal, and every story of transformation. Thank you for being the heart of the SWB mission—here’s to creating even more impact in 2025! 🏆

Every newcomer is a hero on a journey, with powerful stories of hope, triumph, and resilience to share. Throughout Play It Forward, you've met SWB participants who have shown how soccer empowers them to overcome challenges and build a brighter future. Last, but certainly not least, we introduce Jesús, a participant from SWB Colorado. In his own words, Jesús shares how being on the soccer pitch allows him to leave behind the stress of school and life. Will you be a Soccer Without Borders superhero by investing in hope, unity, and the power of soccer? Visit https://hubs.li/Q030wNBp0 to learn how!

The final issue of our graphic novel series is here! Check out PIF Issue #5: The Power of Mental Health and Wellness. Meet Maria, Setou, and Clementine, participants from SWB Colorado. Learn how they overcame cultural stigmas and a lack of confidence to become incredible role models on and off the pitch. Let’s harness the POWER OF PLAY to heal, connect, and empower There is still time to be a SWB superhero by investing in hope, unity, and the power of soccer. Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q030wCwv0

Every newcomer is a hero on a journey, with powerful stories of hope, triumph, and resilience to share. Throughout Play It Forward, you'll meet a current SWB participant who reveals how soccer has helped them overcome challenges and build a brighter tomorrow. Next we have Heradio, a participant from SWB Bay Area. In his own words, learn how the soccer pitch became a place of belonging, acceptance, and personal growth. Will you be a SWB Superhero by investing in hope, unity, and the power of soccer? Visit https://hubs.li/Q030lkSl0 for more!

🤝 PIF Issue #4: The Power of Connection Meet Hector, a participant from SWB Bay Area. From missing home to leading on the field—Hector’s journey shows how soccer can bridge divides and create belonging. Each week in December, a new Play It Forward graphic novel will unfold inspiring tales of resilience, showcasing how participants utilize the power of soccer to overcome challenges of language, education, isolation, and mental health. Let’s harness the POWER OF PLAY to heal, connect, and empower Will you be an SWB Superhero? Invest in hope, unity, and the power of soccer: https://hubs.li/Q02_xLg00

Every newcomer is a hero on a journey, with powerful stories of hope, triumph, and resilience to share. Throughout Play It Forward, you'll meet a current SWB participant who reveals how soccer has helped them overcome challenges and build a brighter tomorrow. Next we have Adriana, a participant from SWB Nicaragua. In her own words, learn how soccer has provided the tools and self-confidence to excel in the classroom and beyond! Will you be a SWB Superhero by investing in hope, unity, and the power of soccer?: https://hubs.li/Q02_sd5W0

💫 PIF Issue #3: The Power of Education When Isaac moved to Baltimore from the Central African Republic, he faced an incredible number of challenges. But with soccer as his superpower, and SWB Maryland as his guide, he found belonging, friendship, and the confidence to thrive in the classroom and in life. Each week in December, a new Play It Forward graphic novel will unfold inspiring tales of resilience, showcasing how participants utilize the power of soccer to overcome challenges of language, education, isolation, and mental health. Let’s harness the POWER OF PLAY to heal, connect, and empower Will you be an SWB Superhero? Invest in hope, unity, and the power of soccer: https://hubs.li/Q02-P8T40

Every newcomer is a hero on a journey, with powerful stories of hope, triumph, and resilience to share. Throughout Play It Forward, you'll meet a current SWB participant who reveal how soccer has helped them overcome challenges and build a brighter tomorrow. First up we have Divine, a participant from SWB Uganda. In her own words, learn how soccer has boosted her confidence, helped build her English vocabulary, and so much more! Will you be a SWB Superhero by investing in hope, unity, and the power of soccer?: https://hubs.li/Q02-ypnw0

💥 Play It Forward Issue #2: The Power of Language Confidence unlocked! Discover how Fernando from SWB Massachusetts harnessed the game he loves to tackle language learning head-on. Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell. Each week in December, a new Play It Forward graphic novel will unfold inspiring tales of resilience, showcasing how participants utilize the power of soccer to overcome challenges of language, education, isolation, and mental health. Let’s harness the POWER OF PLAY to heal, connect, and empower Will you be an SWB Superhero? Invest in hope, unity, and the power of soccer today: https://hubs.li/Q02-xZy_0

This #GivingTuesday, join us in celebrating ¡FUERZA DEL JUEGO! (the POWER OF PLAY!) ⚽✨ Step into the SWB Universe, where every newcomer has powerful stories to tell. Each week in December, a new Play It Forward graphic novel will unfold inspiring tales of resilience, showcasing how participants utilize the power of soccer to overcome challenges of language, education, isolation, and mental health. Let’s harness the POWER OF PLAY to heal, connect, and empower Will you be an SWB Superhero? Invest in hope, unity, and the power of soccer today: https://hubs.li/Q02-4txj0