Grassroot Soccer

We’re thrilled to announce that Grassroot Soccer has a new look symbolizing our focus on soccer as a pathway for improving adolescent health! The new Grassroot Soccer logo consists of three organic shapes, which together form a dual meaning: an aerial view of a soccer pitch with the goal at the bottom, and an outline of an adolescent, including their head, body, and heart. While our look is changing, our mission remains the same. We are still dedicated to leveraging the power of soccer to equip young people with the life-saving information, services, and mentorship they need to live healthier lives. Our new look is on full display on our new website. Take a look, learn more about our approach and impact, and join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter for Grassroot Soccer. Thank you for being a part of our global community. Together, we’re #PlayingforLife. https://lnkd.in/dBi5QNWa

Have you taken a peek at our new website yet? 👀 Visit grassrootsoccer.org to get the ball rolling and learn more about how our adolescent health programs are creating a global impact through the power of the beautiful game. Thanks to Teal Media for working with us to design and build a fun, fresh site that brings our culture to life! https://lnkd.in/dBi5QNWa

Honored to have our MindSKILLZ mental health program highlighted by HundrEDorg and in such esteemed company with other leading innovations!

Check out highlights from last week's World AIDS Day Gala, which raised an incredible $2 million for Grassroot Soccer! It was a truly unforgettable evening, and we're so grateful to our community, our supporters, and everyone who made the event a massive success. #PlayingForLife

What it means to be a bro: championing gender equality, consent, and healthy relationships We're working with Peace Corps to tackle gender-based violence around the globe 💪 ⚽

Oh what a night! Earlier this week, on #GivingTuesday, our community came together to raise OVER $2 MILLION for Grassroot Soccer at our 2024 World AIDS Day Gala – the most ever raised in the history of the event! The Gala also honored the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (represented by legends Tobin Heath, Ali Krieger, Carli Lloyd, and Christen Press) with the Game Changer Award, for their trailblazing leadership and powerful advocacy for gender equity, which continues to change the landscape of sports and uplift the rights of girls and women everywhere. We are overwhelmed with gratitude for our global community of supporters and all who contributed to an unforgettable evening. Together, we're #PlayingForLife. Thank you.

#WorldAIDSDay

The 2024 Grassroot Soccer World AIDS Day Gala is just ONE WEEK away! We are thrilled to be honoring the U.S. Women's National Team on the night and have World Cup Champions Ali Krieger, Christen Press, and Tobin Heath with us, as well as the one-and-only Roger Bennett of Men In Blazers as our Gala host! Learn more about the sold out event here: https://lnkd.in/e98jniAU

A lot of young people in Africa face barriers to accessing mental health services - for this reason, Viamo has partnered with Grassroot Soccer to launch an engaging, phone-based experience that empowers youth to take charge of their mental health. MindSKILLZ is a digital game for young people in Ghana, Nigeria, Rwanda, Uganda, and Zambia! 🌍✨ Players will explore essential mental health concepts, learn effective coping skills like mindful breathing, and enjoy fun soccer trivia! ⚽️ Listen to a sample of the game here: https://lnkd.in/grX7vDJK #mentalhealthmatters #Viamo #GrassrootSoccer #Innovation

🏃♂️ 💨 A few weeks ago, seven of our colleagues from Vitol, representing four global offices, laced up their running shoes and took on the iconic New York Marathon, to support our inspiring partner, Grassroot Soccer.   Across Africa, adolescents face daunting health challenges. While childhood mortality has seen an 80% improvement over the past 50 years, adolescent mortality remains stubbornly high. Preventable diseases like HIV and complications from pregnancies continue to claim young lives. Grassroot Soccer is changing this narrative by harnessing the universal language of team sports to educate, support, and mentor young people.   ⚽ Soccer, or football, is more than just a game—it's a cultural cornerstone. Grassroot Soccer uses this beloved sport to build trust, engage youth in dynamic learning, and create safe spaces for open conversations. Through soccer-based programs, young people gain the knowledge and confidence to tackle vital health topics and adopt lifelong healthy behaviours.