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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...
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Stories from
the Field
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Soccer Without Borders
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...
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...
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...
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