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, USSF National D Licensed
Coach Masih Rastar, USSF National D Licensed
Join the club!
Heartland FC Practice Schedule Update for Ages 8-14 All Skill Levels
Heartland FC practices twice a week:
When:
Thursdays: 6:00pm – 7:30pm at 1500 W Elmdale, Chicago
Sundays: 7:00pm – 8:00pm at 6122 N Clark, Chicago
Community Soccer Pickup Games for Adults — *PAUSED for the winter season, returning in April*
When: Join us every Tuesday at 5:00pm for free, friendly pickup soccer. Open to all adults, we provide balls and vests, just show up ready to play!
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!
