2026 marks 20 years of Soccer Without Borders (SWB) as we launch into a monumental year for soccer in the United States. 2026 not only brings the World Cup but for SWB, it will be a  year that reflects on our beginnings, our journey of community impact and organizational growth, and a year to listen and consider what the next 20 years may hold. It is because of incredible SWB community members – like you – that we have served over 60,000 youth from 122 countries, speaking 112

We’re honored to share that Soccer Without Borders (SWB) has been named a new co-convenor of the Sport for Refugees Coalition, alongside the Olympic Refuge Foundation  and UNHCR . Established ahead of the first Global Refugee Forum in 2019, the Coalition brings together more than 170 organizations from sport, civil society, and the public and private sectors, all committed to expanding access to safe, inclusive sport for refugees and displaced people worldwide. After contribu

Soccer Without Borders joins a highly selective network of nonprofits working to address our country’s biggest problems. BALTIMORE, MD, January 12, 2025 – Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is proud to announce it has been selected to participate in Stand Together Foundation’s Catalyst Ignite, a leadership and organizational development experience designed to help nonprofits discover new and innovative solutions and drive transformative change alongside their communities. SWB is on

In his own words Manil—an SWB Colorado alumnus and current coach-mentor—shares his heartfelt journey from feeling overlooked to leading with purpose. From nearly walking away from the game to becoming a leader for the next generation, Manil’s story is honest, reflective, and a powerful reminder of what a supportive team environment can unlock. We’re honored to share his words in full. For me, soccer was a boring and uninteresting sport. That is how I viewed it before I actual

Beloved Colorado-based folk rock band The Lumineers are celebrating their 20th anniversary with more than music. In partnership with Common Goal, GOAL Projects, and Footballco, the band has released a limited-edition jersey that supports girls’ programming at SWB Colorado. We’re incredibly honored to be part of this collaboration—one that brings together sport, art, and purpose to uplift newcomer youth through the power of community. Thank you to The Lumineers, Common Goal, a