A Perfect Match

GOALS was founded with the belief that soccer could be a powerful tool in rural Haiti to engage children in sports, health, education, and environmental initiatives, ultimately improving their daily lives and driving sustainable positive change.

Fourteen years since our inception, we see the fruits of that labor. Every day, 300 children come to play soccer, learn life skills, receive a meal, and engage in community service projects like our community gardens. We now have 17 GOALS alumni employed as coaches, teachers, and tutors, with our local staff keeping our daily programs running.

The extreme insecurity and gang violence impacting daily life for every Haitian is deeply concerning. We operate on high alert, prioritizing the safety of our staff and participants. Despite these challenges, we hear from parents and community members about the immense value of our steady presence. Our program provides a safe space where kids can be kids, play and relieve the stress of the day.

Our newest coach, Robihno, grew up in our program and is now giving back. "The GOALS program taught me so much and played a big role in shaping my life. It's a humbling feeling to see I am now a leader, and kids are looking up to me. I can help them just like my coach helped me. The kind of positive change I want to make is ensuring the next generation of kids has the foundation to become the leaders Haiti needs."

We have been deeply moved by the outpouring of concern and support from people around the globe seeking ways to help. Sharing our work through social media and raising awareness of our efforts is crucial. It is inspirational and exciting to be part of this change, and you can be too. Join us in making a difference!

We have a critical need to raise $16,000 to support our daily programming. Through a generous offer from a major supporter, every dollar contributed between May 30th and June 30th will be matched dollar for dollar. Help us reach our target and stretch your gift even further by taking advantage of this match opportunity.

Together, we are providing a safe space for kids to gain an education and life skills to help them thrive. Thank you for being a part of our team!

Sincerely,

Kathy McAllister

Executive Director, GOALS Haiti