Philadelphia Union Foundation

04/03/2026

Last Friday, our iAM students, along with the entire CCSA student body, came together for our bi-annual Inspirational Speaker Series hosted at

This session, we welcomed from Teen Truth for an incredibly powerful and interactive experience.

Students left with a renewed sense of confidence and the courage to ‘take their masks off,’ embracing who they truly are. Moments like this leave a lasting impact far beyond the room.

Thank you, Brandon McCall, for such a meaningful and memorable presentation.

And a special thank you to our sponsors and Language Service Associates for helping us make these incredible experiences possible!

03/27/2026

Yesterday, the invited our iAM students from to attend their annual Women’s Month B2B event, Her Voice, Her Story, at the . It was an incredibly special experience, and our students left feeling inspired, energized, and more confident in their own voices.

Each speaker shared powerful and honest insights, but we are especially grateful to for taking the time to connect with the girls during a private Q&A after the event. That conversation meant so much to them, and they walked away feeling seen, heard, and truly inspired by her story.

12/21/2025

Thank you to our fans and donors for coming out and helping us raise over $25k in one night. We couldn’t do this without you!

10/23/2025

Our Chester Union U19 girls had the incredible opportunity to attend the U.S. Women’s National Team training session right here at Subaru Park — in their own hometown of Chester! 🇺🇸⚽️

Alongside 100 girls from across the region, they watched the best women’s team in the world train up close, then took the field for a clinic led by an all-female coaching staff.

Moments like these remind us why we do what we do — creating access, opportunity, and inspiration for the next generation of players. 💙💛

10/23/2025

10/15/2025

Exciting times ahead for Philadelphia!

Today, we had the honor of joining the grand opening of the Philly 2026 Volunteer Center, a key milestone as our city prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup next year.

The energy and unity in the room captured what makes Philadelphia so special: community, passion, and purpose. The Philadelphia Union Foundation is proud to be part of the movement that ensures this once-in-a-lifetime moment leaves a lasting legacy — not just on the pitch, but in our neighborhoods, schools, and safe spaces across Chester and the greater Philadelphia region.

As we look toward 2026, we’re excited to continue building pathways for youth, expanding access to the game, and creating opportunities that will endure long after the final whistle.

09/30/2025

This past Friday, our iAM Scholars stepped into the world of innovation at Arkema during a special Learn and Explore workshop.

Students connected with industry professionals, asking questions, gaining real-world insights, and discovering the many STEM career paths that could be in their future. They toured They also rolled up their sleeves for a hands-on experiment, creating “elephant toothpaste” and seeing science in action.

It was a day filled with curiosity, discovery, and inspiration — empowering our Scholars to envision themselves as the next generation of scientists and engineers. Thank you to Arkema for our partnership and aiding us as we look to provide opportunities and access to the youth at Chester Scholars Academy.

09/19/2025

Last week marked our 7th annual DOOP Cup, and it was our best one yet, with record-breaking numbers!

Hosted at Rolling Green Golf Club and proudly sponsored by ⛳️

A huge thank you to our 23 sponsors and 132 golfers who made this day possible. 🫶🏻🏆

We can’t wait to see you at the Snake Pit next year! 🐍🐢

08/11/2025

Introducing Member Mondays! 🎉

Each week, we will spotlight our incredible Foundation members whose support makes everything we do possible.

This week, we’re proud to recognize Bob & Gina King, dedicated members since 2021! Thank you for your impact and ongoing support. 🫶🏻

🔗 Want to be featured next week? Members, fill out the link in this month’s newsletter!

07/21/2025

If you have been debating joining our membership club, now is the time! Our 2025 membership perk events are coming up soon and you don’t want to miss them.

Perks include:
• Welcome Pack
• Open Practice Access
• Stadium Tour*
• Tour of new Sportsplex Facility* 
• Summer Tailgate at Union Yards*
…and more!!

Sign up today to support our initiatives of HeadFirst, iAM Project, Chester Soccer and more.

Link in bio to join!

*Perk access based on membership tier.

07/01/2025

Last week, our incoming Junior iAM Scholars got a real taste of college life while staying on campus at ! They spent the week diving into hands-on workshops and exploring a variety of fields to spark their interests and expand their horizons.

To wrap up the experience, our amazing partner hosted a dynamic session that kicked off with an introduction to their work, followed by a fun teambuilding activity. Scholars put their creativity and collaboration skills to the test in a spaghetti tower challenge—tasked with constructing the tallest structure sturdy enough to support an Arkema 3D-printed monkey. Shoutout to the “Baddies” group for claiming victory with the tallest and longest-standing tower. Well done!

Afterward, Arkema professionals each shared their unique roles and career paths, giving students a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work in the industry.

Huge thanks to for being such a valuable partner to the foundation and to everyone who took the time to inspire our iAM Scholars!