Soles for Goals, Inc
Empowering Youth in West Africa Through Soccer & Education
Why Soles For Goals?
Soles For Goals, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for young people to engage in positive behaviors. Our mission is to educate youth on appropriate conduct, foster self-expression, and promote constructive communication. At the heart of our work is empowering young athletes to thrive through soccer, helping them develop skills while serving as a source of positivity.
Beyond soccer, we extend our impact through educational outreach and counseling on the dangers of substance abuse. By reducing financial barriers, we aim to make soccer accessible to all, promote inclusivity, and cultivate a love for the beautiful game.
Through community donations and partnerships, we provide tutoring, books, soccer equipment, and gently used cleats to those in need, equipping athletes to excel both academically and athletically.
We are proud of the lives we’ve touched, but remain committed to expanding our reach and impact, working to ensure every child, regardless of background, can experience the transformative power of soccer.
Soles For Goals Achievements
Here’s what we’ve realized through donations and partnerships with West African children for this soccer initiative
Enabled hundreds of children to participate in soccer by providing essential equipment, coaching, and safe playing environments, fostering physical fitness and a passion for the sport.
Improved educational outcomes for participants by offering tutoring, educational resources, and school supplies, resulting in increased school attendance, academic success, and reduced dropout rates.
Empowered youth to develop critical life skills such as teamwork, communication, resilience, and leadership through mentorship, structured team activities, and workshops on constructive behaviors.
Decreased the prevalence of substance abuse by engaging at-risk children in structured soccer activities, providing counseling, and creating a positive support network that encourages healthy choices.
Soles for goals on the Move
Latest News/Events
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Successful Launch of Youth Soccer Leagues in Sierra Leone
We recently celebrated the launch of new youth soccer leagues, engaging over 200 children in structured play. This milestone was made possible by community donations and volunteer coaching support. The league aims to develop soccer skills while fostering teamwork, discipline, and leadership.
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Educational Workshop Series Completed
Our latest workshop series focused on educating youth on positive behaviors and communication skills. More than 150 participants attended sessions on conflict resolution, teamwork, and anti-bullying strategies, equipping them with valuable tools for personal development both on and off the field.
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New Partnership with Local Schools
Soles For Goals has partnered with local schools in Sierra Leone to provide additional educational resources, including tutoring services and school supplies. This initiative aims to boost academic performance for our program participants and reduce school dropout rates.
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Community Donation Drive: Gently Used Cleats & Equipment
Our recent donation drive was a huge success, collecting over 500 pairs of gently used cleats and other essential soccer equipment. These donations will directly support underprivileged youth by removing financial barriers and ensuring they have the gear needed to play.