Rise Athletics Foundation

Mission & Values

Our Mission

We recognize the significance of athletics in shaping the development of young people. Our mission is to give kids an opportunity to participate and play in sports regardless of their socioeconomic status. We want to eliminate the financial barriers for kids to help them on the path to character development and empower them through sports.

Our Vision

Sports let kids play, learn, and stay active. Mental benefits are as numerous as physical ones. Physical activity releases serotonin, which boosts mood. Exercise reduces stress, depression, and anxiety. Sports may help kids become more active, teach them life values they can use throughout their lives, and boost children’s self-esteem and confidence as they grow older.

Our Values

Soccer is a game that has the power to bring people together, regardless of their background or circumstances. It is a game that can provide joy, excitement, and a sense of belonging to those who play it. For many kids around the world, however, access to this incredible game is limited by their economic circumstances.

In addition to providing access to the game, we also strive to use soccer as a tool for positive social change. We work with our partner communities to incorporate important values such as teamwork, respect, and fair play into their soccer programs. We believe that by teaching kids these values through the game of soccer, we can help them grow into responsible, empathetic, and compassionate individuals.

To achieve our mission, we work with local communities and organizations to identify areas where access to soccer is limited. We then provide the resources necessary for these communities to establish their own soccer programs. This includes funding for equipment, uniforms, and facilities, as well as training for coaches and volunteers.

Commitment to Inclusion

In addition to providing access to the game, we also strive to use soccer as a tool for positive social change. We work with our partner communities to incorporate important values such as teamwork, respect, and fair play into their soccer programs. We believe that by teaching kids these values through the game of soccer, we can help them grow into responsible, empathetic, and compassionate individuals.

We have seen firsthand the positive impact that our programs have on the lives of these children. We have seen them develop important life skills, make new friends, and gain confidence in themselves. We have also seen the joy and excitement that soccer brings to their lives.

Our work is far from finished, however. There are still millions of kids around the world who do not have access to soccer. We are committed to expanding our programs and reaching even more kids in need. 

We believe that through the power of soccer, we can make a positive difference in the lives of these children and help them achieve their full potential.