Family Services Program
PCFC provides access to high-quality, affordable club soccer for low-income, under-resourced, and marginalized youth, and we do it differently than any other club in the nation.
“Even if a program covers the full cost of participation, we must provide the supplemental support that many families need in order for their child to engage… an effective strategy will include wraparound services for the entire family.”
Our “whole child” approach provides young people with competitive athletic training and wraparound services that include nutritional provisions, social-emotional care, mentorship, education support, and community referrals for the whole family.Working together, PCFC participants stay physically and emotionally healthy, build confidence, plan for the future, and experience belonging.
Program History
PCFC piloted an informal wraparound services program in 2020 in response to the long-term pandemic impacts that are affecting the youth and families we serve, almost all of whom identify as low-income.
From May of 2020 to the end of 2022, we’ve distributed over 41,000 lbs of food, served 2,219 individuals with fresh, culturally relevant food, and distributed $10,300 in zero-interest microloans.
The Family Services Program became permanent in 2022.
FUTURE PLANS
In 2025, we are on track to serve at least 300 youth participants and 1,350 family members with the following support services:
Nutritional Provisions - Monthly Food Pantry Program and the Food on the Field program.
Community Service Referrals - Family-centered needs assessment and support.
Educational Support - Annual College Bound Day: Play & Learn with Middlebury College and PCC and our Annual School Supply Drive at all grades.
Social Emotional Care - Trained coach mentors and peer mentoring using trusted and informed practices.