09/27/2023
Hi! I am excited to share that I started a non-profit called Soccer4Smiles.
My mission is to make kids smile through their love for soccer.
I was introduced to soccer by my dad and have been playing since I was 2. Most memories I have of my father revolve around kicking around a ball with him. You’ll never find me without a ball at my feet. When my dad passed away several years ago, I realized that the soccer field is where I felt the happiest. It's where I felt safe. That's the place where I could be me and not think about anything else but the game.
As I have continued to play soccer through various leagues, and I’m now a varsity player at Livingston High School as a freshman, I’ve realized how expensive the sport can be.
I will be working with various coaches, local clubs, athletic directors at schools and various children’s organizations to provide kids in underprivileged communities a chance to play and love the sport that I love.
I will be doing this through 3 avenues, holding mini tournaments, providing access to equipment and creating a micro-grant program that will financially help kids play the sport they love.
I look forward to your support and thank you.
Anay
