OUR BEGINNING
Play for Keeps was divinely inspired. The idea for the program was put into the hearts of several individuals, and the necessary building blocks quickly fell into place.
IMPROVING THE LIVES OF AT-RISK KIDS
THROUGH ROLE MODELS
Dedicated coaches and youth mentors act as emotional and spiritual role models, offering supportive counseling and teaching life skills
THROUGH SOCCER
Fully funded soccer club scholarships, transportation to practice and games, outings to professional games, training as coaches and referees, and college scouting
THROUGH EDUCATION
High academic standards, help with homework, and assistance with athletic and academic scholarships. We engage at-risk kids as young as first grade -- we know academic performance as early as third grade can predict their future
THROUGH NUTRITION
Healthy, nutritious "fuel" for the kids before practice and games
THE INSPIRATION
Meet the team who brings this foundation to life!
JT RATTIGAN
Chairman of Business Operations
Run the Foundation – Financials, Strategy, Merchandise
MATTHEW LUCAS
Chairman of Marketing and Technology
Raise Awareness - Website, Social Media, Apps
MAAZ MOHIUDDIN
Chairman of Fundraising and Charitable Giving
Raise Funding - Donors, Sponsors, Events
JACKSON BENNETT
Chairman of Outreach and Community Events
Serve the Community – Volunteers, Kids Needs, Mentoring