PROVIDE AN ASSIST
Through soccer, we help 6,000 children in our community each year - especially those who need it most - reach their full potential, improve their well-being, and live healthier lives.
Join “the Final Pass Collective” - provide an assist to help kids reach their full potential through soccer.
BECOME A PART OF THE
“FINAL PASS COLLECTIVE”
A goal is typically preceded by an assist. That immaculate final pass creating the opportunity for the ball to be buried in the back of the net.
The CFC Final Pass Collective works collaboratively with our patrons, volunteers, and the capital city community to provide the assist to achieve the Club-wide goals of Better Soccer, Better People, and a Stronger Community through CFC’s outreach programs.
As one we can make positive impact in the game of Futbol, our youth, and the capital city community.
OUR IMPACT
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GRASSP
GRASSP is a free, school-based program to engage at-risk students through soccer to identify with, connect to, participate in, learn from and enjoy school – as well as develop good character & good decision-making skills for life.
GRASSP started with 4 schools in 2010 and has since impacted thousands of Salem-Keizer students with soccer programming at no cost to families. GRASSP has seen programs in more than 20 schools in the Salem-Keizer area since it’s origin.
CHECK THE STATS:
23 Title 1 Schools participating in GRASSP (500+ kids)
100% of schools agree that GRASSP improves student attendance, engagement, and behavior
“GRASSP and their incredible team of coaches provide students with a holistic learning experience that enhances both their physical and socio-emotional well-being, laying the foundation for their future success both on and off the field.”
- Olga Cobb, SKSD Deputy Superintendant
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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
We believe every kid has the right to participate in sport, regardless of their socioeconomic background. That’s why we do everything we can to eliminate financial barriers for participation in all our programs.
Since 2011, CFC has given over $1,250,000 in need-based scholarships to families at or below the poverty level.
CHECK THE STATS:
More than 1/2 of players at CFC are at or below the poverty line and qualify for federal assistance programs such as OHP, SNAP, TANF
1,500+ of players each year receive a scholarship to participate.
10+ players per year move on from CFC’s programs as the first in their family to go to college
Soccer brings our diverse community together. It has fostered lifetime friendships and most importantly, it is helping in building a better community with better citizens.
- Ricardo Baez, Don Pancho Authentic Mexican Foods
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TOPSOCCER
The Capital FC TOPSoccer Program serves players experiencing disabilities in our community, regardless of classification. In support with the Oregon Youth Soccer Association (OYSA), we work to provide the opportunity to access the amazing sport of soccer for all in our community. Our inclusive service is provided by an experienced coaching staff and volunteer buddies for individualized mentorship. Adaptive equipment and ability-based sessions are just some of the ways our program meets the needs of our athletes.
CHECK THE STATS:
50 athletes served annually
100 volunteers providing support as buddies throughout the year.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: YRA
Our nationally-recognized Youth Referee Academy (YRA) allows youth officials in the greater Salem area an opportunity to gain valuable workplace skills through refereeing. Our youth - many of whom this is their first ever job - gain and build workplace skills, leadership skills and communication skills via officiating.
CHECK THE STATS:
13 - the minimum age for entrance into the program.
65 youth referees currently enrolled in the Youth Referee Academy
800 games per year refereed by kids in our program
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ALL NATIONS SOCCER
In partnership with Salem For Refugees, CFC supports All Nations Soccer, a program for Salem’s new neighbors from around the world. Through weekly training and incorporation into league play, the program helps use soccer as a way to integrate kids and families into their new community, learn the language, and thrive.
Soccer is the world’s game, and you don’t need to know the language to create community. These community relationships that start on the field translate into the building blocks for healthy relationships, jobs for our new neighbors, and important connections at school.
CHECK THE STATS:
100 Participants each week playing at CFC from age 13-25
80 kids at CFC’s New Neighbors Soccer Camp
15+ Countries and Languages represented!
HERE ARE MORE WAYS TO “PROVIDE AN ASSIST”
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We want to get our communication out there, and this is the best way for us to share it with you - so that you can also pass it along to others.
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$500 outfits an entire GRASSP School with field equipment for the year
$200 provides a teacher with curriculum, training, and resources to positively impact at least 100 players per year
$80 provides a scholarship for a child in a season of our recreational program
$25 provides gear and equipment for a child
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Please make your check payable to “CFC” noting "Provide an Assist" in the memo line and mail it to the following address:
Capital Futbol Club, 1678 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97302
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Many companies offer matching gift programs and by participating in these programs, your employer may match your charitable contributions, doubling or even tripling the impact of your gift. Please check with your employer’s HR department to determine eligibility or utilize the Charity Navigator search tool to find your company.
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Gifts of publicly traded securities have an immediate income tax deduction. You may potentially avoid capital gains tax on donated shares of stock and have an immediate impact on seeing your gift in action. By transferring securities directly to the CFC, you may be eligible for a charitable income tax deduction based on the fair market value of the stock at the time of the gift. To facilitate a gift of stock, please contact our Development Office at mike.c@cfcsalem.com
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Whether it's the CFC Auction or CFC Golf Tournament, one of the best ways to support is by showing up - and bringing those who you think would be interested in providing an assist as well.
Check our website for the most up to date event details.
For further assistance or inquiries, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office at office@cfcsalem.com.
Note: Capital Futbol Club is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Federal Tax ID Number: 93-106-9211. Donations to CFC are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance related to your individual circumstances.