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With year-round activities happening across our hubs in Nicaragua, Uganda, and the United States, there is no shortage of inspiring stories to share. Stay up to date with all of the latest news around Soccer Without Borders through our blog, newsletters, and social media.

Friendship Goals: Building Bridges Among Families

Soccer Without Borders

May 10, 2017

Friendship Goals: Building Bridges Among Families

The Family Mentor program at SWB Baltimore matches newcomer families to Baltimore residents who can ease the transition, making the...

A Shoutout for a Shootout...Penalty Kicks For Change!

Soccer Without Borders

Apr 13, 2017

A Shoutout for a Shootout...Penalty Kicks For Change!

Soccer Without Borders programs are free for all participants, meaning that we rely on donations, grants, and events to provide...

Why We Measure- An Inside Look at M&E at SWB Uganda

Soccer Without Borders

Mar 27, 2017

Why We Measure- An Inside Look at M&E at SWB Uganda

As Soccer Without Borders continues to evolve, we are constantly asking ourselves two major questions: How much of an impact are we...

Youth Soccer in Maryland: Barriers to Inclusion & Play for Newcomers

Soccer Without Borders

Mar 21, 2017

Youth Soccer in Maryland: Barriers to Inclusion & Play for Newcomers

Our goal is for all Soccer Without Borders participants to be able to take full advantage of the program activities we provide. Our...

NSCAA Live chat: "Coaching in Grassroots"

Soccer Without Borders

Feb 23, 2017

NSCAA Live chat: "Coaching in Grassroots"

The National Soccer Coaches Association of America organized a series of live chat called “Women Coach Educators” to address key issues...

Soccer Without Borders

Feb 21, 2017

New Short Film: SWB Kampala, Uganda

In 2016, Soccer Without Borders was selected as the Shoot Europe charitable project through a partnership with Global Giving UK. Produced...

Soccer Without Borders

Jan 10, 2017

Newcomers to USA get a boost from Soccer Without Borders: Meet founder Ben Gucciardi

"Time and time again, we see our graduates go on to not only be successful for themselves, but to think of giving back to the community....

Soccer Without Borders

Dec 5, 2016

6 ways Your Holiday Shopping Can Support Soccer Without Borders

With the holiday season coming quickly, we wanted to share a few ways that your purchases can make a double impact! 1. Dedicate your...

Soccer Without Borders

Nov 23, 2016

Playing Joyfully With Senda

For the first time, when we say the words “Playing for Change” at Soccer Without Borders, which we so often do, we have a ball to match...

Christian Science Monitor Features SWB's Work with Refugees and Immigrants

Soccer Without Borders

Jun 1, 2016

Christian Science Monitor Features SWB's Work with Refugees and Immigrants

How Soccer Without Borders Can Help Young Refugees and Immigrants Adjust The Syrian refugee crisis has drawn attention to how difficult...

SWB Featured in The Urban Soccer Initiative: Community Soccer Journal

Soccer Without Borders

Apr 25, 2016

SWB Featured in The Urban Soccer Initiative: Community Soccer Journal

Soccer Without Borders was recently featured in the first-ever edition of the Urban Soccer Initiative's new Community Soccer Journal. The...

Soccer Without Borders

Feb 23, 2016

Spring is in the Air at SWB Baltimore

This spring season at Soccer Without Borders Baltimore is a huge one. Not only are we continuing our coed middle school and boys' high...

From a SWB Oakland Participant: Soccer is a Part of Me

Soccer Without Borders

Dec 3, 2015

From a SWB Oakland Participant: Soccer is a Part of Me

Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is more than just any other soccer team. It’s a family. I say that because it’s not all about winning or...

Soccer Without Borders

Nov 21, 2015

6 ways Your Holiday Shopping Can Support Soccer Without Borders

With the holiday season coming quickly, we wanted to share a few ways that your purchases can make a double impact! 1. Soccer Without...

SWB Celebrates the International Day of the Girl

Soccer Without Borders

Nov 4, 2015

SWB Celebrates the International Day of the Girl

Last month, SWB programs in different cities throughout the world celebrated the International Day of the Girl Child, a day established...

Soccer Without Borders

Oct 19, 2015

Maryland Teams Turn Rivalry Into Impact

Just three miles apart, every year Walt Whitman High School and Bethesda Chevy Chase face off in the "Battle of Bethesda" between the two...

New England Revolution selects SWB Director as Community MVP

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Jul 13, 2015

New England Revolution selects SWB Director as Community MVP

Every year, MLS fans nominate outstanding individuals that promote goodwill, demonstrate leadership, and help to improve the lives of...

Soccer Without Borders

Jun 18, 2015

AOL features Soccer Without Borders

Many thanks to AOL for featuring Soccer Without Borders today in its "Make a Difference" block! AOL donates this homepage space each day...

Boston Globe examines how soccer boosts inner-city diversity

Soccer Without Borders

Jun 9, 2015

Boston Globe examines how soccer boosts inner-city diversity

"It’s surprising and, for many, unfortunate that a game played across economic classes elsewhere in the world, is in America confined...

What's Next for FIFA is Right in Front of Us

Soccer Without Borders

Jun 5, 2015

What's Next for FIFA is Right in Front of Us

Originally published by Huffington Post Impact, 6/1/15 Fans and supporters of the world's game: it's time to reclaim it. Like many of...

Stories from the Field

Stories from
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