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Fall 2025 Season Summary: A Season of Growth, Connection, & Stability
Our fall programs saw another significant increase in registrations. The Fall 2025 season demonstrated the continued momentum of the CJ Brown Foundation as we expanded participation, strengthened our after-school partnerships, and delivered consistent youth soccer programming across Chicago’s Southside.

Ryan C. French
6 hours ago2 min read
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Celebrating Summer 2025’s Growth & our record-breaking 2025-26 Fall season
The Summer 2025 season was a milestone moment for the CJ Brown Foundation as our programs expanded across multiple Chicago neighborhoods, deepened community partnerships, and welcomed more players and families than ever before. With a commitment to belonging, accountability, and pride, our summer programs created meaningful experiences for young athletes while strengthening the foundation of community-based soccer on Chicago’s South and West Sides. Program Growth Across Chica

Ryan C. French
6 hours ago2 min read
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CJBF Expands with its Summer Programming
CJBF expands to North Lawndale and South Chicago with its Summer programming!

Ryan C. French
Jun 262 min read
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CJBF Hosts 2nd Coaching Workshop with Soccer Without Borders to Promote Equity and Conflict Resolution in Sports
On June 7th, CJBF hosts SWB for another fantastic coaching education workshop, this time at UCAN Chicago, which created discussions and demonstrated activities to engage players on critical social topics better.

Ryan C. French
Jun 262 min read
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CJBF partners with UCAN Chicago to Bring Free Soccer Programming to North Lawndale
CJBF partners with UCAN Chicago to add a new location for Summer 2025 programming!

Ryan C. French
May 132 min read
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CJBF thanks intern Kate roudebush
CJBF thanks Kate for her outstanding work as our Marketing Intern!

Ryan C. French
May 72 min read
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Spring Season brings with growth and community impact
CJBF's 2025 Spring season is underway with programs expanding for players and coaches alike!

Ryan C. French
May 73 min read
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Soccer Without Borders Returns to Chicago for a 2nd Violence Prevention Coaching Workshop
CJBF welcomes back Soccer Without Borders for another Violence Prevention Coaching Workshop on June 7th at UCAN Chicago in North Lawndale!

Ryan C. French
May 72 min read
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Empowering Coaches & Communities: CJBF Partners with Soccer Without Borders
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Soccer Without Borders (SWB) to advance coach education and empower the next generation of l

Ryan C. French
Apr 23 min read
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CJBF partners with FundPlay Foundation to Enhance Player Registration and League Management
FundPlay Foundation, a leader in supporting start-up non-profit foundations, provides LeagueApps at no cost to its partners.

Ryan C. French
Apr 22 min read
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