Pledge a player at Soccer in the Streets

I don’t have to explain to many of you in Atlanta about the impact Soccer in the Streets has had on the lives of kids who’ve needed the special attention that organization has provided.

As the Atlanta-based group gets ready to celebrate its 20th anniversary, it’s asking its supporters and others to make a pledge to help disadvantaged youths in a novel way. And after so many years of finding creative approaches to address a persisting, pressing need, that’s saying something.

Here’s a link to a video and the outline of the sponsorship program designed to help kids attend the life skills program at SITS, purchase equipment and gear for them to play soccer and to help fund community outreach programs.

Here’s more on the upcoming anniversary fundraising gala on Oct. 4 at the Park Tavern.