“I believe that you should leave the world a better place than you found it. That starts with providing a strong foundation for the next generation and giving them access to the tools and resources they need to succeed. The Kellyn Acosta Foundation raises awareness and funds for disadvantaged and disabled youth in local communities and empowers them through soccer, sportsmanship, education and experience.”
— Kellyn Acosta, USMNT + LAFC Midfielder
About Kellyn
Kellyn Acosta, born in Plano, Texas, is an American professional soccer player with a unique heritage as the son of a Japanese father and an African American mother. Currently, Kellyn serves as a midfielder for both the U.S. Men's National Team and Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC). Acosta's most recent achievements on the pitch include being part of the 2022 MLS Cup Championship team LAFC and representing the United States in the 2022 World Cup. Off the field, he's a devoted father to his 5-year-old son, Emerson, and an advocate for inclusivity and positive change, earning him titles like Humanitarian of the Year both for his club and the league. He is also an Ambassador for the Special Olympics, U.S. Amputee Soccer and an advocate for Global Down Syndrome. Kellyn Acosta embodies excellence in soccer on the pitch and community impact off the pitch.
Help Us Make a Difference.
We are raising money to build Soccer Fields across the country to make soccer more accessible.
Our Mission
The Kellyn Acosta Foundation raises awareness and funds for disadvantaged or disabled youth in local communities. Kellyn believes that through soccer he can unify communities and help educate the future leaders.
Strengthen ties with local
community organizations
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Build a community around soccer.
96% of mini-pitch users say that their mini-pitch is accessible to all
91% of mini-pitch users say their mini-pitch serves as a community hub
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Grow soccer participation in the community
5x more soccer is played at sites after installation of a mini-pitch
31% of mini-pitch users are new to soccer
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Improve lives of local youth
99% of mini-pitch users say that people in their community are more active after installation of a mini-pitch
98% of mini-pitch users say that their community feels safer after installation of a mini- pitch
Our Goal is More Than Soccer
Build 6 Mini-Pitches across the US by 2026 World Cup
More Access to Soccer in the USA Create More Opportunity in Local Communities
Etiquette Training Job Interviewing Skills College Applications Scholarships
The Mini-Pitch Project.
Creating Safe Place to Play
We want every child to have a safe place to play in their neighborhood.
Soccer changed Kellyn's life.
We know the value soccer can bring to a child's life, we want to make it more accessible.
In partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation we're committed to creating 6 new mini- pitches by 2026.