Check Out Jessica Hilltout's Journey...

Click Here for her beautiful story in the New York Times:
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/08/arts/design/08photos.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=jessica%20hilltout&st=cse

Soccer is Upon Us.

With the World Cup upon us, Amigos de Fútbol has come to see that many people are starting to recognize just how much soccer means to the world..

Check out some of these photo essays and articles:

http://www.time.com/time/photogallery/0,29307,1993604_2145950,00.html

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/cover/featured/11425/index.htm

http://britishaffairs.suite101.com/article.cfm/soccer-and-politics-the-beautiful-game-is-a-political-football

World Cup 2010 South Africa!

and.... The WORLD CUP IS FINALLY HERE!

This is the first time that the tournament has been hosted by an African nation, after South Africa defeated Morocco and Egypt in an all-African bidding process. Italy are the defending champions, after winning the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany. The draw for the finals took place on 4 December 2009 in Cape Town, and hosts South Africa drew 1–1 with Mexico in the tournament's opening game.


Follow the big games here:
http://www.worldcup2010southafrica.com/

www.fifa.com

Rye Neck HS's Incredible Story with ADF

Check out Team Captains Ivan Martinez and David Mendoza-Conner's incredible work and passion with Amigos de Fútbol.

Congratulations to Ivan and David for their support and commitment to making the world a better place!

Check out the article here:

http://ryerecordsports.wordpress.com/2010/05/18/rye-neck-student-athletes-save-the-world-one-soccer-ball-at-a-time/#more-1238

ADF and Haiti

A few weeks ago, Amigos de Fútbol joined hands with the Vassar Haiti Project, donating a substantial amount of equipment to deliver to their village in Chermaitre, Haiti.

The Vassar Students delivered the equipment, and here are some inspiring photos from the village with ADF soccer balls..

Journal News!

Check out this newspaper article on two inspiring ADF Team Captains: Tyler Pollock and Shaugnessy Elsroth from Brewster High School in the Journal news paper:

http://www.lohud.com/article/20100503/NEWS04/5030323/Soccer-group-helps-others-get-a-chance-to-play

The ADF Medley

On Friday, April 9th, The Amigos de Fútbol Project hosted the first annual ADF Medley.
The Medley consisted of a FIFA video game tournament on Xbox and/or Playstation, a soccer kicking accuracy THROWDOWN, delicious Argentinean delicacies, and much more.

At the event, everyone had a fantastic time. The Amigos de Fútbol Team learned a lot from the experience, as it was a transformational event in the history of ADF.

A million thank you's to everyone who came out and had an amazing time.
Your support goes a long way.

Follow up from Uno's Chicago Grill Fundraiser

"After a successful day at Uno's, the most rewarding aspect of the event was sharing my knowledge and experience with kids who love soccer." -Zac Belok

Here are some great photos of the event.

The ADF Team...with their new shirts!

ADF Join Hands with Peace is the Goal

Today, The Amigos de Fútbol Headquarters received a shipment of equipment from Peace is the Goal Organization.


Peace Is The Goal aims to make the world a better place by spreading the message of peace and giving through “the world’s game”, soccer. Mitchell Arnold, a 17-year-old student/soccer player from Wisconsin, started Peace Is The Goal as a goodwill initiative in October 2006 when he was 13 years old. This ongoing initiative aims to make the world a better place to spread the message of peace and giving through “the world’s game”, soccer. 


ADF and Peace is the Goal hopes to spark a smile in as many children a possible.


Peace is the Goal has generously donated 14 soccer balls, 7 pairs of shinguards, 2 large soccer ball bags, 1 soccer ball pump.


Thank you for taking the steps to making the world a better place! 

ADF Helps Haiti

The Amigos de Fútbol Project is proud to announce a partnership The Vassar Haiti Art Project. Visit The Vassar Haiti Project.
20 soccer balls, 10 soccer cleats, 10 soccer socks, and 3 ball pumps will now be shared with the Haitian community of Chermaitre to enliven spirits and provide encouragement for those devastated by the recent, powerful earthquake.
The Amigos de Fútbol Project is proud to continue changing lives through the international love of soccer.
Below are some photos of the collection:

Middle School Students Join the Effort!

Team Captain, Margaret Delorey, of Orville A. Todd Middle School in Poughkeepsie, NY has successfully established a collection box in her school.

Great job Margaret and all others who helped out!

DoSomething.org: Project of the Day

The Amigos de Fútbol Project, has been selected to be a Do Something Project of the Day. It will be featured on the Do Something homepage tomorrow, February 23rd, 2010.


Go to www.dosomething.org to check it out!


Thank you DoSomething.org for your support!

Party for a Cause

This Saturday, February 6, Spackenkill High School hosts the Winter Formal from 7 p.m.-11 p.m..

President Brittany Lo and VP Haley Ullinger of Spackenkill SGO have been generous enough to donate the proceeds from the event to The Amigos de Fútbol Project.

Thank you Spackenkill for all of the support!

First Successful ADF Workshop

On Saturday, January 30th,2010, Amigos de Fútbol held the first annual training workshop for Team Captains all around the Hudson Valley.

Ivan Martinez and David Mendoza-Conner from Rye Neck High School, Jen Bellucci and Jaimie Mascarenhas from Pawling High School, Tyler Pollock from Brewster High School, Rachel Tomashosky from John Jay High School, and Matt Kozol from FDR High School all attended this first step for a great future.

All of these Team Captains contributed endless insight to their future as a Team Captain of Amigos de Fútbol and aspiration for the Project.

The Amigos de Fútbol Team is proud to welcome the Captains to the ADF team and is anxious and ready for a successful and fulfilling future.

Thanks Again to all who attended the Workshop!

ADF in the Hudson Valley

This Saturday, January 30, 2010, the Amigos de Fútbol Project is proud to announce the first annual Team Captain Workshop at Spackenkill High School at 11am.

At this workshop students from high schools across the Hudson Valley will learn about the efforts and mission of the Amigos de Fútbol Project, while being introduced as a Team Captain.

Including Rye Neck High School, Pawling High School, F. D. Roosevelt High School, Beacon High School, Brewster High School, Clarkstown North High School, John Jay High School, Arlington High School, and Mahopac High School.

This meeting will be the start of a whole new era and opportunity for students all over the HV to participate in a cross-district community effort.

Thank you so much for all your interest and participation!

Completed Collection Drive @ LHS!

Our Lady of Lourdes High School has successfully completed an Amigos de Fútbol collection drive at their school. Team Captain, Michelle Makris, announced the last day of the drive this past Thursday; soon, last minute donations were rushed to the school.

Collecting a total of:

32 soccerballs

16 jerseys

40 soccer cleats

21 soccer shorts

A special thanks to Michelle Makris, Katrina Vazquez, Nick Makris, Amir Hogans for helping out, and to all contributers and donators to the Project.

After counting the proceeds, Michelle said, "It felt really good to know that my small part in this large project was really going to make a difference. I am very thankful to all who stepped up and made the effort to contribute. Also...I'm proud of my mini monster."

Congratulations and great job Michelle!

Joining the Effort!

The Amigos de Fútbol Project is proud to announce Lana Hashim as the Vice President of Pubic Affairs and Global Relations.

For the past few weeks, Ms. Hashim has worked diligently sending letters reaching out to corporate sponsors for the Project. Ms. Hashim's tireless effort towards expanding the program will be life changing and pivotal for herself and children in South America.

Lana Hashim's enthusiasm and drive to help others continues to inspire the people surrounding her and teens across the United States.

Think local, act global.

Believe.

Inspire.

Act.

"I know that I can make a difference in the world."

-Lana Hashim

Donate Now

It only takes one person to make a difference. Please help us change the world one soccer ball at a time.

Make an online donation at, http://www.cfdcny.org/page30064.cfm

Click on “add to an existing fund” and follow the instructions.

Thank you so much for your generosity! Every small donation counts!

Exceptional Students Decide to Take Action

The Amigos de Futbol Project is proud to announce two new members, Kyle Hoeft and Tano Citera. Hoeft and Citera are both Junior honors students at Spackenkill High School in Poughkeepsie, NY.

As Manager of Operations, Hoeft is enthusiastic and motivated to guide the Amigos de Futbol Project, broaden its horizons, and ensure a successful future. The Project is honored to have Hoeft working on multiple upcoming fundraising events such as a Regional ADF Soccer Tournament at Gold's Gym, April 17th, 2010.

Moving forward, Tano Citera is proud to chair and host the First Annual Amigos de Futbol "Party for a Cause" Event coming to you in June of 2010. Citera will work as a key element to the success of our organization.

As ambassadors of the Amigos de Futbol Project, Citera and Hoeft will enable ADF to change thousands of lives in slums and at-risk areas thoughout South America. President Zac Belok states, "I chose Tano and Kyle to join the ADF Board becuase I believe in their ability and desire to thrive in a growing philanthropic environment. The sky is the limit from here."

Three Cheers to Zac Belok...

Yesterday, December 14, Amigos de Futbol President and CEO, is featured in the Poughkeepsie Journal Editorial Section.

Check it out at: http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20091214/OPINION01/912140302/Editorial-Three-cheers

President Zac Belok speaks to the Dutchess Counseling Association

Zac Belok, President and CEO of the Amigos de Fútbol project invites members of the Dutchess County Counseling Association to participate in the program and present the idea to their distinct school districts and communities. Left, we have Adam Hammond, Guidance Counselor at Spackenkill High School, and President of the Dutchess County Counseling Association, David Giannascoli.

During their christmas party, Mr. Belok was introduced to a community of Guidance Counselors interested in making a difference with the help of the Amigos de Fútbol Project.

Poughkeepsie Journal Features the Success of the Amigos de Fútbol Project

On December 5, 2009, the Poughkeepsie Journal of the Hudson Valley featured the success of the Amigos de Fútbol program so far, and the ambition of the Project within the Hudson Valley and beyond. For all those who have helped out, we thank you so much! If you would like to donate to the case, please contact amigosdefutbol@gmail.com

Attached is the Article written my Zac Belok, featured in the Poughkeepsie Journal.

http://m.poughkeepsiejournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091205/LIFE03/912050305/1005/LIFE&template=wapart

School Mailings...Out

Today, Amigos de Fútbol sent the School Prospectus out to over 60 schools in the Hudson Valley. Above, Zac Belok, President and CEO, shows all letters sent out to schools; enthusiastically awaiting the outcome of these letters. The more schools involved, the more people to help the project, the more people, the more lives we can change. Amigos de Fútbol will not stop changing the world, one soccer ball at time.

ADF Helps the Hudson Valley Join Together

Today, the Superintendent of Spackenkill School District approved the Amigos de Futbol School Prospectus inviting 62 schools throughout the Hudson Valley to nominate two Team Captains, one sophomore and one junior, from their school who exhibit academic excellence, responsibility, team building skills, and leadership.

We know that a philanthropic awareness will be healthy not just for those involved as TeamCaptains, but also for their school-mates and others among their circle of friends. The Amigos de Fútbol Project will allow local Team Captains to learn about and utilize thefundamentals of business while contributing to an inspiring community service program. This opportunity will challenge selected participants to grow and thrive with peer leaders in anexciting and inspirational non-profit organization. A unique aspect of this program is that weare inviting outstanding volunteers from many school-districts to join together in this exceptional project.

Spackenkill High School is pleased to invite you to join us in a collaborative effort to take partin the Amigos de Fútbol Project. Founded by a student at Spackenkill, Amigos de Fútbol collects new and used soccer equipment for children of all ages in South America.