The goal of the Social Equity Initiative (“SEI”) is to get kids active while providing a safe haven that mentors our youth, reinforces positive values and builds role models within the community. NEFC also serves as the exclusive New England partner for Ascent Soccer Club and competitive home club for Ascent Soccer’s global scholars. The partnership underscores NEFC’s commitment to both player development and global outreach.
Through this collaboration with Ascent Soccer, NEFC aims to foster positive social change by supporting underserved communities in sub-Saharan Africa. By aligning with NEFC’s core values of leadership and character development, potential sponsors can contribute to a global cause while enhancing their brand’s visibility within both local and international soccer communities.
Your Donations Support:
- A safe environment for youth at high risk.
- A better life for children witnessing verbal and/or physical violence.
- Diversity in the community; languages spoken are English, Spanish, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole and Arabic.
- First generation higher education recipients.
Social Equity Needs
- Girls of Color
- cultural differences prevent girls of color from playing soccer – we aim to create an environment and programs that help lessen that gap
- Paid Coaching Endowments
- all coaches are volunteers
- Equipment
- shortages include lights, field space, uniforms, practice gear, cleats and other necessary items to play structured soccer
- Off-Field Support
- life management services services such as translation services, financial education and career assistance
- Transportation assistance
- Scholarship funding through our need-based scholarship program
Program Highlights
- Two practices/week in the community in which they reside. (That means limited travel in order to fit their transportation needs)
- Access to top rated soccer leagues with one game per weekend
- Free training gear
- Uniform cost-assistance
Our Community Partners
Your donations impact over 350 youth in the following communities:
- Brockton
- Central Falls, RI
- Chelsea
- East Boston
- Everett
- Lynn
- Medford
- Revere
- Worcester
- West Roxbury
- Communities in sub-Saharan Africa