Kick Off The Season With Purpose And Help Build Seattle's World Cup Legacy
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SEATTLE - Washingtoner -- Be part of Seattle's journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup by empowering the next generation of leaders. Join America SCORES Seattle on December 12th at the Columbia Tower Club for an inspiring Holiday Breakfast featuring community, connection, and impact.

America SCORES began as a 1994 FIFA World Cup legacy project, designed to create lasting impact beyond the tournament by empowering youth through soccer and self-expression. Over the past 30 years, the program has expanded to 13 affiliate cities across the U.S. and Canada. Since 2002, America SCORES Seattle has inspired thousands of local students to lead healthy lives and become confident leaders. This year alone, over 360 King County students discovered the power of their voice through teamwork, creativity, and community service—all at no cost to their families.

With the World Cup returning to the U.S. in 2026 and coming to Seattle, this is a full-circle moment for America SCORES Seattle as they continue fulfilling their mission to create opportunities for youth to succeed on and off the field! By supporting America SCORES Seattle, you're contributing to Seattle's World Cup legacy and strengthening our community's connection to the world's most beloved game.

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This year's breakfast event will feature a panel discussion on Equity in Sports: From Youth to the Pros, with speakers including former Seattle Sounder Lamar Neagle, Rise Up Executive Director Natalie Welch, and Seattle Seawolves COO Drew Dambreville.

Don't miss this impactful event! RSVP today at: https://givebutter.com/seattlescoresbreakfast

About America SCORES Seattle:
America SCORES Seattle (Seattle SCORES) is an affiliate of America SCORES, a national model for sports-based youth development targeting over 360 youth in underserved neighborhoods. The after-school program works to enrich the lives of Title 1 elementary school youth through regular participation and skill building in soccer, creative writing, and service-learning. Teamwork – the key to success in both education and sports – is the common denominator. For more information, visit AmericaSCORESSeattle.org