Welcome to the coolest charity in the world

What does our charity do?

The projects of The Power of Sports are specifically designed for children and young people who come from disadvantaged neighbourhoods and currently have no access to structured sports lessons. Our aim is to offer these children and young people the opportunity to practice their favourite sport and excel, even at national level or at renowned clubs. In addition, we use sport as a powerful tool to keep this target group away from crime, drug use and gang culture and we encourage more female participation in sports. Our programmes have proven effects, and we are happy to share our impact reports to illustrate this.

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Why we are the coolest charity in the world

We believe in keeping things simple and transparent. That’s why we make sure that 100% of your donation goes directly to our programmes abroad. No hidden costs, no overhead deductions. We also show you clearly what happens with your money, what projects it supports and what results it helps achieve. You’ll always see where your contribution ends up.

Your donation will help us:

– Improving the quality of our programmes
– Expanding our reach to more communities in need
– Encouraging long-term sustainability in all our initiatives

Every contribution, big or small, helps us move forward.

How we Work

Our foundation is committed to utilizing the talent of young people, developing social skills, improving health, making social problems discussable, initiating intercultural communication and promoting social cohesion in neighborhoods. All of this is done with sport as the main pillar. Because unfortunately, sport is not self-evident for everyone, for example due to a lack of financial resources. Stichting The Power of Sports does want to make sport self-evident. Because the great thing about sport is that it is considered a universal language, regardless of origin, religion, language, culture or status. The structure we use in each country is showed to the right of this text.

How we work

About Us

The team behind The Power of Sports consists of Ruben, Roel, Dion and Wessel. Founder Ruben started the charity over ten years ago with the mission to use the power of sport to create a positive impact in the lives of children and youngsters. We launch sports projects around the world, especially in regions where children have little or no access to organised sports.

Over the years, Roel, Dion and Wessel have joined as they have experienced the power of sport first hand at one of the projects. After having positive experiences through volunteering and helping set up new projects, they became more deeply involved. With this expanded team, we are now able to take important steps toward further professionalising our charity and increasing our reach, so that even more children around the world can experience the power of sport. Since 2023 we also have brothers and sisters in France, Germany and the UK.

Where we Work

Argentina (El Poder del Deporte)

In the neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires (La Matanza and Barracas), we organise sports programmes for children and young people who have no access to organised sports. Together with local schools and community organisations, we use sport to promote healthy lifestyles, social inclusion, and personal development. Volunteers support PE lessons, football training, and community activities while helping children develop teamwork, confidence, and respect. We reach over 1.500 children/youngsters on a weekly base.

Indonesia (Daya Krida)

In Indonesia, we work with schools and local communities to provide physical education and community sports programmes. we organise sports programmes for children and young people who have no access to organised sports. We focus on discipline, healthy living, and personal development. We started here our own football club and hockey club so that children/youngsters can play matches without paying contribution. We reach over 2.000 children/youngsters on a weekly base.

Nepal (Khelkhud Ko Urja)

In Nepal, we have developing a sports programme in Pokhara. We organise sports programmes for children and young people who have no access to organised sports. Our goal is to create safe and inclusive sports opportunities for children while training local coaches and supporting schools. We just started in 2026 but reach about 500 children and youngsters already.

Curaçao (E Poder di Deporte)

In Curaçao, we organise sports activities in schools, neighbourhoods, and sports clubs. We also support local coaches and introduce new sports, including field hockey. Together with our partners, we help children develop confidence, teamwork, and important life skills in a safe and positive environment. Moreover, we are also active at a rehabilitation centre, a juvenile detention centre, and a youth residential care facility. Through our programmes, we reach more than 1,000 children and young people across the island every week.

Costa Rica (El Poder del Deporte)

In Costa Rica, we work in schools and communities around Esparza, providing sports coaching and supporting local initiatives. We have also established our own football club, giving children the opportunity to participate in sport on a regular basis. Through our programmes, young people develop leadership, teamwork, resilience, and self-confidence. We reach more than 1.000 children and youngsters on a weekly base.