FOOTBALL FOR GOOD

“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand.”

Nelson Mandela

Football for good

FOOTBALL IS MORE THAN A GAME

‘Football For Good’ is a worldwide campaign initiative formally and officially endorsed by The Commonwealth, originally devised by Keith Mabbutt (Founder, Street Soccer Foundation).

The Football For Good project seeks to support and empower young people all across the world.

Join us in exploring how the world’s most beloved sport creates positive social impact, builds communities, and inspires change across the globe.

As the Global project initiative of the Street Soccer Foundation, we invite partnerships from across the world to come together to showcase how the no.1 sport is used as a true force for good.

The International ‘Football For Good’ initiative is the brainchild of Keith Mabbutt, Founder and CEO of the internationally-recognised sport-for-change charity, the Street Soccer Foundation, and was first established in support of The Commonwealth and the Year of Youth 2023.
 

The Commonwealth comprises 56 independent countries from across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Pacific. With 2.5 billion citizens living in Commonwealth countries, more than 60% are aged under 29, representing more than 1.5 billion young people.

The Street Soccer Foundation is very proud to be at the heart of ‘Football For Good’ and with the endorsement from The Commonwealth in its collective support of the Year of Youth and young people worldwide, the Football For Good movement invites global partnerships from across all 56 nations to come together to showcase how the global no.1 sport is being used as a true force for good.

What is
Football for
good?

FOOTBALL FOR YOU. FOR US. FOR EVERYONE.
London Stadium at sunrise
Our Global Mission

The Football For Good project is dedicated to showcasing the positive social impact of football. We believe in the sport's power to unite communities, break down barriers, and inspire meaningful change. Our content highlights stories of hope, equality, and transformation through the beautiful game.

Inspirational Stories
Highlighting individuals, teams, and organizations using football for positive social change, community development, and peace-building.

Social Justice & Equality
Addressing critical social issues within football, including anti-racism, gender equality, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and disability awareness.

Mental & Physical Well-being
Showcasing how football contributes to mental health, physical fitness, and overall well-being for players and fans alike.

Sustainability & Environment
Featuring initiatives focused on environmental sustainability, ethical practices, and responsible consumption within football.

Fan Community & Engagement
Creating content that fosters community among followers and encourages sharing of stories related to football and social good.

“Football is more than just a game. It can bring hope and joy to people’s lives.”.

DIDIER DROGBA

TELL US HOW FOOTBALL IS A FORCE FOR GOOD

FOOTBALL FOR GOOD GLOBAL WANTS TO SHOWCASE STORIES AND ACTIVITIES From aCROSS THE WORLD WHERE FOOTBALL IS BEING USED AS A FORCE FOR GOOD

Have YOU got a story to tell?

We invite anyone from around the world to tell your story about your own life and community, and how football is playing its part to be a true force for good.

 
Become a part of our global football-led storyteller community. Share with us your real stories through pictures, video and/or written word. We would love to hear from you.
 
You can submit your articles / pictures / video content to us at any time throughout the year, with the chance to have it feature here on the official Football For Good website and to be spotlighted on International Football For Good Day.

Just click the button below to submit your ‘Football For Good’:

The street soccer foundation

For more information on the official registered charity behind the Football For Good project, the Street Soccer Foundation, and to learn about the positive social impact achieved by its celebrated ‘Street Soccer Academy’ programme, please visit: www.streetsoccerfoundation.org.uk.

The ‘Football For Good Academy’ is the international version of the UK-acclaimed ‘Street Soccer Academy’ and is readily available to other football-led community organisations to partner and deliver on, as a highly impactful personal development programme to help vulnerable and disadvantaged young people. The International Football For Good Academy programme can be provisioned into different countries and territories worldwide. Please contact the Street Soccer Foundation directly for more details.