A Field Called Home is a documentary created for Soccer Without Borders’ 20th Anniversary by award-winning production team Avocados and Coconuts. The film follows four alumni coaches whose journeys began with displacement, uncertainty, and the challenge of rebuilding life in a new country. Through soccer, they found community, confidence, mentorship, and belonging. Today, they give back to the next generation of newcomer youth as coaches at Soccer Without Borders, supporting

SWB coach-mentor (right) shares words of encouragement with a participant from SWB Bay Area. By Dr. Swap Mushiana, SWB Director of Behavioral Health & Wellness As the world prepares for another era-defining World Cup, millions of young people will watch soccer’s biggest stars and dream about what’s possible. But long before packed stadiums and international broadcasts flood the U.S., something equally important is already happening on neighborhood fields and community pitche

At Soccer Without Borders (SWB), we often talk about the power of soccer to bring people together. This spring in Santa Fe, two high school students brought that idea to life. Driven by their love for the game and a desire to give back, Reese and Vince organized a community soccer tournament to raise funds and awareness for SWB. What started as an idea inspired by former varsity soccer players quickly became something much bigger: a day centered on joy, connection, and buil

Photo by Marc Bryan-Brown We’re honored to share that Soccer Without Borders (SWB) has been named the recipient of the 2026 Celebration of Service Award by Sports Business Journal, recognizing two decades of using soccer as a vehicle for positive change by creating belonging, opportunity, and community for underserved youth around the world. The award was presented on May 20th, during the 2026 Sports Business Awards at the Marriott Marquis Times Square in New York City. SWB b

Thanks to the generosity of 300 attendees at the anniversary gala, $250k was raised for immigrant and newcomer youth worldwide. ALAMEDA, CA – Soccer Without Borders (SWB) celebrated its 20th anniversary on May 2, bringing together 300 supporters, partners, staff and alumni for an evening honoring two decades of impact through the global game of soccer. Held in celebration of SWB’s work with newcomer youth and families, the event raised more than $250,000 through ticket sales