RAVE Foundation's 26 MORE by 2026 initiative will build 26 MORE fields in time for the world's biggest sporting tournament, FIFA World Cup, to come to North America.
This updated, bold, audacious initiative affirms RAVE's vision – a region abundant with opportunities for free play where we all work together to use soccer as a vehicle to inspire kids to be well, to learn, and to have fun!
To date, RAVE Foundation and partners have opened 26 fields in communities throughout Washington, with 26 MORE being planned. Have an idea for a RAVE field location? Email rave@soundersfc.com
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Our 26 by 2026 MORE partners are turning our vision into reality.
RAVE Fields are Community Anchors
RAVE fields are more than just a soccer space. They are a community’s place to belong. RAVE Fields are intended for the communities they inhabit, and can never be rented by outside groups. RAVE fields can be used for soccer, and for any gatherings or events they inspire. At their core, RAVE fields are designed to invite free, unstructured play.
RAVE Fields are small, informing small-sided soccer or pick-up play. Some feature a turf surface such as the fields at Yesler Terrace Park and NewHolly, and many are hard surface courts or “mini pitches” - such as the fields at Seahurst Elementary in Burien, Highlands Park in Renton, and at Barge-Lincoln Elementary in Yakima.
TODAY: 26 fields have been built, are open for free play and serve as the anchor for RAVE and RAVE partner programs.
RAVE Fields Anchor RAVE Programs
RAVE Foundation partners with each community to bring fields to life through year-round programming focused on supporting the whole, healthy child in areas of physical and mental health, learning and joy. RAVE Programs are organized by age and grade level, and are often customizable based on community input and need.
IMPACT FACT: RAVE’s 26 by 2026 vision is not possible without the generous support of partners – big and small. Join us today and be part of our impact.
To learn more please email rave@soundersfc.com.
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