Empowering the youth of Central America and the World.
To date, we have served over 550 youth ages 5 through 23 years old in countries throughout Central America
Who We Are
AFJA (Academia de Futbol Juvenil Amatense) is a Los Angeles based non profit youth soccer organization that benefits youth in low income communities. Our focus is providing access to organized soccer to the children of underserved communities in Central America through recycling gently used gear and forming partnerships with soccer clubs, families, and youth in the United States.
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE ACADEMY IS MET UNDER THREE CONDITIONS:
Academic
All participants must maintain good attendance and academic standing at school. They must also provide quarterly progress reports signed by their teacher.
Community
Each season, participants will draft and execute a community service project for the social benefit of their community.
Attendance
Participants must maintain as close to perfect attendance as possible to all team practices, games, meetings, and events. Parents are to send notice of planned absences.
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ABOUT US
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GIFT OF GIVING
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MEDIA
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SOCCER FOR SOCIAL CHANGE
The only way to truly see the impact of AFJA is to head down to one of our academies and see the work in action. These short videos capture the essence of our program and allow you to see for yourself what AFJA is all about.
This is only the beginning for us. With your help we can continue to expand our program and bring the beautiful game to underserved communities throughout Latin America.
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Our Mission
To use the world’s game as a vehicle for social change in at risk communities throughout Central America. Establish strategic partnerships with international clubs and global brands with interest in giving back through the sport of football. Develop sustainable models community-organized youth football academies to motivate participants personally, academically, and socially.
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