Soccer · Opportunity · Purpose

Equipping futures. Empowering dreams.

We put soccer equipment, support and encouragement into the hands of young athletes who need it, and use the game to build confidence, character and faith.

Give a Player a Chance See Our Work

501(c)(3) Nonprofit Equipment · Sponsorship · Encouragement

Our Mission

Every player deserves a chance to step onto the field.

88 Souls 4 Soccer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to remove the financial barriers that keep young athletes from playing the game they love.

We support players and soccer communities through equipment assistance, player sponsorships, fundraising partnerships and faith-centered encouragement. Our goal is simple: help young athletes build confidence, pursue opportunity and grow into who they are meant to become, on and off the field.

$88 Our signature gift, named for our founder's jersey number

Founder Easton Brooks mid-air, striking a soccer ball on a turf field at sunset — Easton Brooks, founder

Our Story

It started with a boy, his love for soccer, and a big idea.

When Easton Brooks was 14 years old, he was sitting in church when he told his parents something that was on his heart: soccer is expensive, and so many kids can't afford it.

“I wish we could do something to help raise money to provide scholarships or soccer equipment to kids that can’t afford it.”
Easton Brooks, age 14

His parents told him to come up with a name, and 88 Souls 4 Soccer was formed.

Easton's jersey number. He picked it when he was 8 years old, and it stuck.

Souls 4 Soccer

Easton's hope to use his soccer platform to share his faith in Jesus.

Now Fundraising · Short-Term Campaign

Road to Spain

Help send Pablo Futsal Academy athletes from DFW to the World Futsal Cup in Blanes, Spain, in December 2026.

Goal$35,000 Support the Team →

A team member and a line of children pulling together in a tug-of-war on a grass field — Outreach day, games before the ball hand-off

From the Field

A new ball can fill a whole afternoon.

On a recent outreach trip, our team traveled to a rainforest village to spend the day with children and families: games of tug-of-war, pickup matches on the school field, and a brand-new soccer ball placed in every pair of hands.

For kids who play barefoot on patchy grass with whatever ball they can find, real equipment changes the game. For us, the smiles, the hugs and the celebrations are the reason we keep going back.

A young boy in a red jersey holding his new soccer ball — His first ball of his own

A village elder raising his fist in celebration while holding a new soccer ball — Joy is not only for the kids

A team member embracing a community member, both holding new soccer balls — Relationships, not just donations

What We Do

Support that reaches the player.

Our work is built on practical help, community support and the belief that one opportunity can change a young athlete's path.

An 88 Souls 4 Soccer equipment bag packed with new green and silver soccer balls

Equipment Access

Soccer balls, cleats and essential gear so players can take the field with confidence and dignity.

Two boys playing soccer on a grass field beside a wooden house

Player Sponsorships

Raising support for qualified soccer needs such as player fees, travel and development opportunities.

A volunteer inflating a new soccer ball for a group of boys

Fundraising Partnerships

Organized campaigns with clubs, churches and community partners that support athletes and teams.

Small children laughing with smiling team members

Faith & Encouragement

Christian encouragement through soccer, helping young athletes grow in purpose, perseverance and faith.

A boy leaping to head the ball in front of a wooden goal

Why It Matters

Sometimes the difference is one pair of cleats. One fee. One person who believes.

Youth soccer builds belonging, discipline, resilience and lifelong friendships. But equipment, registration, travel and training cost money, and for many families that puts the game out of reach.

88 Souls 4 Soccer exists to close that gap by connecting generous people with real needs in the soccer community, close to home and around the world.

More Than a Game

Soccer is the platform. Purpose is the goal.

Our Christian mission is to use the game of soccer to serve, encourage and share God's love with young athletes and their families.

We want every player to know their worth is bigger than a scoreline, a roster decision or a result. Through encouragement, service and faith-centered resources, we hope to help young people grow in confidence and pursue their dreams with purpose.

Go and make disciples of all nations. Matthew 28:19

The Field

Wooden goals. Bare feet. Real joy.

Moments from our outreach, where a patch of grass and a good ball are all it takes.

A team member shooting on a young goalkeeper diving between wooden posts

A boy in a red and yellow jersey striking the ball as a friend defends

Two boys playing near a wooden goal at the edge of the rainforest

Two men celebrating with new soccer balls in their arms

A boy kicking a ball alone in front of the goal

The 88 Souls 4 Soccer outreach team with villagers, everyone holding new soccer balls

Give a Player a Chance

Help put opportunity within reach.

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Support the Mission

There is more than one way to make an impact.

Donate

Financial gifts fund equipment, player sponsorships and mission-driven soccer outreach.

Ways to give →

Sponsor

Businesses and community partners can fund player opportunities, events, travel support and outreach trips.

Become a partner →

Give Gear

New or gently used balls, cleats and equipment can put a player on the field with what they need.

Ask about gear donations →

Let's Connect

Want to help a player, sponsor an opportunity or partner with us?

We would love to hear from families, clubs, coaches, churches, businesses and supporters who share our mission.

kbrooks@88souls4soccer.org Send Us an Email