Fútbol por mi País is a non-for-profit foundation focused on using soccer to engage, inspire and empower Costa Rican youth, by providing tools and connections that drive change.
Soccer is one of the world's most popular sport and has proven to be an effective tool for youth in vulnerables communities.
Our approach helps to shape agents of change who become productive members of society with values, decision making tools and life skills.
We measure our impact by combining qualitative and quantitative inputs. Following an established methodology Fútbol por mi País organizes free life training for young adult ages 8-17, across Costa Rica making the methodology accesible to all.
Join us to score some goals...
1 Self-reflection
2 Autonomy
3 Flexible and creative thinking
4 Problem solving
5 Decision making
6 Self-knowledge and self-esteem
7 Emotion control
8 Stress management
9 Social responsibility
10 Empathy
11 Relationship building and management
12 Respect and appreciation for others
13 Expression of ideas, emotions and motives / values
14 Assertiveness