We are one of the only programs to date that has made it their mission to help the young people in this part of Cameroon and the only organization focusing our work in Mbouda. Most of the charitable organizations in Cameroon focus on the English-speaking areas.
This leaves a very large population of children without much hope or support from the outside world.
We are engaging young ambassadors in Montclair, NJ.
KIC’s Young Ambassadors (YA) program is much more than kids helping kids. It provides an opportunity for young people to grow as global citizens.
KIC’s Young Ambassadors share the same love of soccer as kids in Cameroon, who are equally, if not more, enthusiastic about the sport. YAs are also inspiring advocates of KIC’s mission. They support KIC by reaching out to their social media following, decision-makers in the community, and other young people to inspire them also to support the KIC mission.
Job creation in Cameroon, Africa.
Job creation is the first step to stabilizing families and communities. Jobs impact economic growth and build hope. To date, KIC has provided a living wage to the 25 contractors constructing the soccer field. This impacts the lives of the contractors’ family members and community members who see increased demand for their products and services.
Access to clean water.
KIC has taken the first step in providing the clean water that citizens in Cameroon and across the globe need and deserve – something many in the U.S. take for granted. During Phase 1 KIC drilled, installed, and capped a well that is being used for the construction of walls around the field. During Phase 4 the well infrastructure will be extended to provide clean water to the entire village.
With your help we can create hope and opportunity around the world by empowering the children and families of Cameroon, Africa.
“We play soccer because we have nothing else. We have nothing else -- no conventional toys, but we have soccer, so we play all day long. It’s the sport that allows everybody to just have fun. Soccer is like a religion to me and a cultural norm in Cameroon. Growing up we believed that something was wrong with someone if they were not good at playing soccer.”
Looking to make a change in the world? Do you want to do something that is satisfying and of great service to the global community? Volunteers play an essential role in helping Kids In Cleats accomplish our mission. Please take a moment to email us your information, so we can help you find your ideal volunteer opportunity!
Starting a Fundraiser is a great way to support Kids in Cleats. Are you looking for a Mitzvah project you can be passionate about? Trying to earn your next Scout badge? Looking to challenge yourself? Starting a fundraiser to support Kids in Cameroon is easy and fun.
Watch for Kids In Cleats Young Ambassadors at community events this Spring. They will be raising funds to build a soccer field in Cameroon.
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Young Ambassadors are inspiring advocates of the KIC mission to use soccer as the vehicle for children to rise out of poverty through education, self-empowerment and sport. Young Ambassadors are passionate about soccer and eager to see kids in Cameroon experience the same benefits they enjoy.
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September 26th, 2023
Kids In Cleats is proud of our founder, Julio Tsasse, for representing soccer and New York Soccer Club at the United Nations Mission 89, raising awareness about human trafficking in sports. We’re on a mission to make the world better.!
