El Paso, Texas – GOS Chapter
The Gift of Soccer Chapter in El Paso, Texas, serves as a vital hub for collecting and distributing soccer gear throughout the local community and acts as a gateway for donations into northern Mexico. Positioned at the crossroads of cultures, this chapter leverages El Paso’s strong ties with neighboring Mexican communities to extend our mission of empowering underprivileged youth through soccer. The El Paso Chapter ensures that gently used soccer equipment finds new life on both sides of the border—bringing hope, joy, and opportunity to children who need it most.
GOS Chapter Coordinator – Border Outreach Lead
Meredith Reinhardt
GOS El Paso, TX Chapter
I am honored and excited to launch the pilot chapter of The Gift of Soccer here in El Paso. Soccer has been a part of my life since I was five, and I continued playing through college—it’s been a lifelong source of joy and connection.
I recently moved to El Paso for dental school and have been inspired by the kindness and strong sense of community within this unique region. Through this chapter, I hope to give back in a meaningful way by sharing my passion for soccer and helping others discover and grow their own love for the game by receiving the proper equipment and support they need.
Why? – Bridging Communities Through Soccer
El Paso, Texas, is uniquely positioned at the U.S.–Mexico border, making it a powerful launching point for meaningful outreach. Many children in this region—both in the local El Paso community and across the border—grow up without access to basic soccer gear, limiting their opportunity to experience the joy, teamwork, and confidence the sport provides. The Gift of Soccer El Paso Chapter meets this need by collecting and repurposing gently used equipment, ensuring it reaches youth who need it most. By supporting families in El Paso and northern Mexico, this chapter helps bridge communities through the universal language of soccer—creating hope, opportunity, and lasting impact one piece of gear at a time.
Donate Now – Make a Difference
What $ Donation Gets You
$5: Helps provide a pair of soccer socks or shin guards, giving a child the basic gear needed to play safely.
$10: Contributes to a soccer ball or jersey for a child, helping them feel confident and included on the field.
$20: Equips a child with a full set of gear—socks, shin guards, shorts, and a jersey—so they can fully participate in the game.
$50: Supports the outfitting of several children with complete soccer kits, enabling team participation and building community through play.
$100: Covers the cost of full soccer kits for an entire youth team, promoting teamwork, fitness, and fun for underserved children.
What Will Happen to Your Donations?
All collected supplies will be packaged and sent to communities in the El Paso, Texas and Northern Mexico Regions via our trusted partner organizations. These organizations work directly with local and global healthcare facilities, schools, and community centers to ensure that gear is distributed where it is needed most.
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