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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Safe-Hub has three major programs for youth and families in Kensington/Harrowgate. Click on each program for additional details and for information on how to register or get involved. 

EduSoccer Program: Safe-Hub’s EduSoccer Program provides high-quality soccer programming that combines physical activity with skills development in areas like respect, teamwork, emotional management, and perseverance.  

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PlayMaker Program: Safe-Hub’s PlayMaker Program engages young people in on- and off-field skills-development activities to support future readiness for high school students. This program provides a paid opportunity for young people to gain skills and experience to support their career and/or further education goals—all through playing soccer. 

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Collective Impact Program: Safe-Hub partners with like-minded local community organizations to act as a resource hub for families to access support such as housing and utility assistance, food distribution, mental health support, and more at Safe-Hub programming. 

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EDUSOCCER

There are three registration options for the EduSoccer Program to align with appropriate development levels of participants: 

  • FUNdamentals: For elementary school-aged players who want to try soccer and other physical activity/games in a play-based environment. Players will build social skills, get exercise, and make friends. 
  • Recreational: For late elementary to middle school-aged players interested in learning and playing soccer in a noncompetitive environment. The program is focused on skills-building and small-sided games. 
  • Footskills FC: For late elementary to high school-aged soccer players with experience who are looking to challenge themselves! This program will introduce players to a more traditional training environment. 

Questions about registration? Check out our registration FAQs.

 

Spring 2025 registration is OPEN.

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PLAYMAKER

The PlayMaker Program is a high-commitment program for high school students ages 14-18. Participants must be members of the Footskills FC team (twice-weekly training) and commit to attending additional days of off-field workshops. Players must apply and interview for the PlayMaker Program. Participants receive a stipend for involvement. 

 

For more information on joining the PlayMaker Program, please reach out to Jacqui D’Anneo, PlayMaker Program Coordinator.

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COLLECTIVE IMPACT

To sign up to be a partner for future Safe-Hub events and activities, fill out this form! 

Safe-Hub’s Collective Impact Program supports a thriving collaborative space for local nonprofits, while ensuring that families are supported holistically, whatever the unique need. In addition to supportive services distributed at daily programming (meal distribution, fresh produce, Narcan trainings, and other partner resources), major events this year include: 

  • March 10 | Women’s Empowerment Cup: Fundraising and Showcase tournament for Safe-Hub’s girls to show their skills and engage with Philly’s women’s soccer community.  
  • March 30 | Scanlon Community Clean Up: Safe-Hub’s 3rd annual community clean-up extended its reach into the neighborhood with a further reach and scope of work alongside a large collective of partners and volunteers. 
  • June 1 | Safe-Hub Field Day: Celebration of the start of summer for community members with summertime resources and opportunities for children and families in the community alongside games and activities. 
  • August 17 | Back-to-School Block Party: Kick-off to the school year with backpacks, school supplies, and family resources to ease the back-to-school financial burdens and set students up for success! 
  • October 26 | Tent-or-Treat: A family-friendly day of activities, candy, haunted house, and more resources to keep our public space active and safe for children from around the neighborhood. 
  • December 14 | End of Year Jawn: A year end community fair with over 20 partners, distribution of warm clothes and toys, and skating and holiday-themed activities for the community. 

TESTIMONIALS

"This is year 3 with Safe-Hub for us! When the boys first started, they were so hard-headed. The discipline they learn with Safe-Hub-- and working on their attitudes towards respecting the coach and listening and being part of the team, has really helped them grow. They feel like they're part of something, they feel like they put that effort forth and they're getting something out of it. They've grown as individuals and soccer players and I'm proud of them for that. And their confidence has grown—their ability to try again, even when they fail. I love the conversations that Safe-Hub coaches have with the kids at the start and end of practice, integrating the soccer skills along with their outlook and attitude to implement outside of practice. And I help them practice that at home in terms of communication, working together, respect, all of it. I love the assistance [Safe-Hub provides] in terms of the produce, the Back-to-School and End-of-Year events, the snacks, those resources. It helps tremendously. With three kids in the house, getting those extra supplies and support really does help. I love how [Safe-Hub] creates an atmosphere that builds relationships with the other parents. We communicate, share resources with each other; it gives you the opportunity to talk to someone and not feel so isolated. I’ve benefitted as a parent through establishing relationships with other parents, and you hear about so many different community resources just by chatting with each other.”
Charicemom of Boimah, Kaweah, & Ngozi
Charice
“Not only do I love my teammates, but I also love the coaches and the respect I get from here. I am excited to go to practice every day because of my teammates and my coaches. At Safe-Hub, I can improve my soccer skills but I am also provided with opportunities and a job. Safe-Hub helped me take a huge leap as a teenager!”
AlayshiaEduSoccer Participant & PlayMaker, age 16
Alayshia
“Before coming to Safe-Hub, I couldn’t start a conversation with someone—I didn’t have a lot of confidence. Since joining Safe-Hub, I’ve met so many new people that I have become close with and have had so much fun. As a PlayMaker, I have improved my communication skills, have learned to speak up, and have gotten ideas to help choose my career path one day.”
NazirEduSoccer Participant & PlayMaker, age 14
Nazir

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610-233-7368

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