At The Power of Sports, we believe that sport is a powerful tool—not the end goal, but a means to drive social change. Our mission is to tackle deep-rooted issues such as gang culture, criminal activity, drug use, and domestic violence by engaging young people through the structure, discipline, and community that sport provides. We also are committed to increasing female participation in sports, recognizing the importance of creating safe, inclusive environments where girls and young women can thrive.

Alejandro Lozano

Sport is a powerful tool for addressing critical issues among children in Buenos Aires—I witness its impact every day

Our Philosophy and Approach

We work with young people aged 6 to 18 across three key levels:

1. Schools – We partner with schools to deliver sports-based programs that also serve as a platform to promote our own after-school projects. These sessions help us build relationships with students and encourage them to take part in more structured, ongoing activities.

2. After-School Projects – These are community-based programs we run independently. Here, young people receive more intensive support, both athletically and personally. Those who demonstrate strong commitment and talent may be guided toward the next level.

3. Clubs – For those who show potential and dedication, we offer access to local sports clubs. This pathway helps young people continue their development in a more formal and competitive environment.

   Across all three layers, we track participation closely and monitor dropout rates to ensure we’re providing consistent support where it’s needed most.

In addition to our youth programs, The Power of Sports helps establish community-led foundations that are deeply rooted in the local context. While these foundations often rely on support from the Netherlands, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, they are designed to stimulate local employment and build sustainable infrastructure from within. By empowering communities to lead their own initiatives, we aim to create long-lasting impact that goes far beyond the sports field.

Wessel Koopmans

“Sport has the unique ability to break down barriers, build trust, and create a sense of purpose in the lives of young people.”

Supporting Organizations

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The Power of Sports is a charity that works with a dynamic network of both supporting and beneficiary organizations. The supporting organizations — based in the Netherlands, France, Germany, and the UK — play a vital role in enabling the work on the ground. These partners contribute in several essential ways: by sending enthusiastic and sporty interns and volunteers to help run local programmes, by offering financial support that ensures the continuity and growth of our initiatives, and by donating high-quality sports clothing and equipment to empower children to participate with confidence and pride.

Founded in the Netherlands The Power of Sports has grown into an internationally charity. Thanks to the continued dedication of our supporters and partners, we have been able to expand our reach and strengthen our programmes in multiple countries.

Beneficiary organizations

The beneficiary organizations are where the real action takes place. These are the local organisations on the ground that work directly with children and communities. Through strong partnerships with these organisations, we aim to reach as many children as possible by providing access to structured, inclusive, and engaging sports programmes that promote personal development, health, and social cohesion.

Currently, our programmes are active in Argentina, Costa Rica, Curaçao, and Indonesia. In each of these locations, we tailor our approach to the local context, working closely with local coaches and educators to ensure the greatest possible impact. Our ambition is to eventually expand to seven locations worldwide, so that even more children around the globe can benefit from the power of sport.