Our Mission
GOAL believes that promoting a culture of health and wellness through play is a great way to encourage people to stay active and engaged, and to foster a sense of fun and enjoyment in physical activity and conversation.
Pop-up Footy X Food Experience: An evening inspired by the Caribbean Carnival with Chef Paul Toussaint and Musical Guest Paul Beaubrun of Arcade Fire
Benefiting the GOAL initiatives Foundation and our 2023 beneficiaries: Soccer QC, Heart Shaped Hands, and Grassroot Soccer
WHAT WE DO
WE FUND youth football programs and teams: This could include providing financial support for equipment, uniforms, and facilities, as well as coaching and training resources.
WE SUPPORT clinics and camps: These events can help introduce young people to the sport and provide them with the opportunity to improve their skills and techniques.
WE PARTNER with schools and community organizations: Working with local schools and other community groups can help you reach a larger audience and provide a supportive environment for young people to play, learn and talk .
WE PROVIDE scholarships : Offering scholarships to young athletes can help them afford to participate in football programs and pursue their goals.
OUR 4 PILLARS
Encourage participation at all levels – Football can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. Encouraging participation at all levels, from recreational to competitive, can help create a culture of health and wellness that is inclusive and accessible to everyone.
Make it social – Foster a sense of community: Football is a team sport that requires players to work together, communicate, and support one another. This can help foster strong social connections and a sense of community, which can be important for mental health and overall well-being.
Make it accessible – Provide resources and support to players and parents: Providing resources and support, such as coaching, equipment, and facilities, can help make it easier for people to participate in football and help them feel more confident and motivated in everyday life. It can also alleviate the financial burden of parents.
Make it fun – Above all, it’s important to make physical activity and play enjoyable. Incorporating fun and playful elements into activities can help make them more appealing and increase the likelihood that people will want to participate.
For the first time ever, Stade Saputo will host GOAL MTL, a friendly community soccer tournament and skills competition event, on Sunday, October 17, at 11am.
This annual event celebrates the Montreal restaurant industry while raising money for the Goal Initiatives Foundation.
The Goal Initiatives Foundation, whose mission is to promote mental health and well-being through soccer, has been organizing such events since 2010.
‘‘We are thrilled to team up with CF Montréal for this year’s event. Soccer has the ability to bring together Montreal’s diverse community like no other sport. As such, Stade Saputo is the perfect venue for this tournament,’’ said Paul Desbaillets, founder of the Goal Initiatives Foundation. ‘‘The past 18 months have been a trying time for Montreal’s restaurant and bar industry, as has been the case for numerous small businesses around the world. As we edge closer to a return to normalcy, we are pleased to be able to come together again to fundraise for a cause so dear to our hearts.”
This revamped version of GOAL MTL will include more than 20 teams made up of key figures from all across Montreal’s restaurant and small business communities who will compete in a tournament and skills competition. Live music, artist performances, an array of food and beverages, and several special activities will be awaiting participants at the door!
Access to this event is reserved for season tickets members and Collectif CFM subscribers. More details will be communicated to members in the coming days.
For the first time ever, Stade Saputo will host GOAL MTL, a friendly community soccer tournament and skills competition event, on Sunday, October 17, at 11am.
This annual event celebrates the Montreal restaurant industry while raising money for the Goal Initiatives Foundation.
The Goal Initiatives Foundation, whose mission is to promote mental health and well-being through soccer, has been organizing such events since 2010.
‘‘We are thrilled to team up with CF Montréal for this year’s event. Soccer has the ability to bring together Montreal’s diverse community like no other sport. As such, Stade Saputo is the perfect venue for this tournament,’’ said Paul Desbaillets, founder of the Goal Initiatives Foundation. ‘‘The past 18 months have been a trying time for Montreal’s restaurant and bar industry, as has been the case for numerous small businesses around the world. As we edge closer to a return to normalcy, we are pleased to be able to come together again to fundraise for a cause so dear to our hearts.”
This revamped version of GOAL MTL will include more than 20 teams made up of key figures from all across Montreal’s restaurant and small business communities who will compete in a tournament and skills competition. Live music, artist performances, an array of food and beverages, and several special activities will be awaiting participants at the door!
Access to this event is reserved for season tickets members and Collectif CFM subscribers. More details will be communicated to members in the coming days.
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