AKOFENA AFTER-SCHOOL YOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM
Soccer4all | Empowering Youth through Sports.
Mission Statement
The Akofena After-School Youth Soccer Program is dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality soccer opportunities to low-income youth in Title 1 schools across Boulder County, Colorado. Through mentorship, teamwork, and skill development, we aim to empower young players, fostering resilience, confidence, and a lifelong passion for sports while breaking down financial barriers.
Vision Statement
We envision a future where every child, regardless of socioeconomic status, has access to a safe and supportive environment to learn, grow, and thrive through soccer. Akofena seeks to build a strong community that nurtures talent, promotes equity, and inspires the next generation of leaders on and off the field.
OUR PROGRAM SERVICES
The Akofena After-School Youth Soccer Program operates during the school year, aligning with the spring and fall sports seasons. The program is currently offered at these Title 1 schools, University Hill Elementary School, Columbine Elementary School, and Whittier Elementary School, all located in Boulder, Colorado at no cost. Akofena provides a unique opportunity for over 100 youth from low-income backgrounds, prioritizing students who face health and equity challenges. We are partnered by Boulder Valley School District (BVSD), Life-long learning (LLL) and Family Resource School (FRS).
This cost free program goes beyond soccer training, focusing on holistic youth development by fostering teamwork, physical health, leadership skills, and self-confidence. Through accessible and inclusive programming, Akofena breaks down financial barriers and creates a supportive community that encourages participants to thrive academically, socially, and athletically.
WE ARE SUPPORTED BY THE CITY OF BOULDER HEALTH EQUITY FUND (HEF)
