Welcome to the Heartland Football Club for Refugee and Immigrant Youth in Chicago.
This non-profit football club is dedicated to immigrant and refugee youth in our community. Through football, our young athletes build skills, make friends, and find a sense of belonging. Our football club brings together families to celebrate!
Details:
- Boys and Girls 9-15 years old
- All skill levels welcome
- Free equipment provided
- Coached by U.S. Soccer Federation Licensed Coaches and Certified Safe Sport:
Coach Amir Zeinali, USF Grassroots Certified
Coach Masih Rastar, USF Grassroots Certified
Join the club!
When: Every Saturday | Time 10:30am – 12:30pm
Where: 7340 N. Rogers Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Cost: FREE
To Register, contact:
Coach Zeinali: 872.334.1042
Coach Rastar: 872.327.8688
Heartland Football Club is for:
- Confidence and Cooperative Skills – Helping youth step into their potential on and off the field by developing the fundamental skills and philosophy of the game by USF certified coaches.
- Empowering Girls and Boys – Creating an inclusive space where young people from diverse backgrounds welcome each other and form friendships and build communities as families.
- Bridging Cultures Through Soccer – For many players, soccer is a familiar thread from their past home that helps them build connections in their new one.
- Friendship & Team Building – We foster friendship, teamwork, trust, and a lifelong love of the game. We build an extended community for families and individuals transitioning to life in the United States.
Your donation helps provide:
Field Space (Indoor & Outdoor)
Essential Equipment (Balls, Goals, Cones)
Uniforms & Soccer Gear
(When you enter your donation, see the dropdown menu to select Refugee and Immigrant Community Services.)
To sponsor one player or establish a corporate sponsorship, please contact: Elizabeth Deligio: 872.763.8502
Whether you dream of playing professionally or just love the game, Heartland Football Club is for you. Help us spread the word!
