Soccer Forward
WHAT WE DO
Soccer Forward helps power U.S. Soccer’s vision of soccer as a national driver of health, inclusion, and unity. By expanding access and supporting community-led programs, we’re ensuring the game leaves a legacy that lasts well beyond the final whistle.
OUR MISSION
Soccer Forward harnesses the transformative power of soccer like never before - to expand its reach and deepen its impact on lives and communities. As the legacy initiative of U.S. Soccer, Soccer Forward stands at the intersection of an extraordinary moment in time, anchored by the FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026, the 2028 Olympics, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2031, and a wave of global sporting events on the horizon. This is an unprecedented opportunity, and we’re meeting it head-on - channeling all of Soccer Forward’s momentum into three bold, purpose-driven initiatives. Because when soccer thrives, communities thrive. And what’s good for the game is good for the world beyond it.
Soccer Everywhere, for Everyone
Expanding access to soccer so that its benefits will toucheveryone, in every corner of the U.S., by investing in the people, programs, and places that are making a daily difference. Together we can scale their reach and amplify their impact in communities nationwide.
Soccer For Health
Transforming the nation’s physical and mental well-being through soccer—powered by cutting-edge research, innovative training, and pioneering programs in critical areas such as women’s health and mental wellness.
Soccer for Equity and Excellence in the Women’s Game
Elevating women’s soccer to the highest standards—at home and across the globe—by developing excellence-driven frameworks for our teams and communities, sharing the work globally with organizations that strive for the same level of ambition and impact.