Our programs continue to grow in scale, quality, and community impact. As participation increases and families return season after season, the Foundation is expanding its offerings to meet the full spectrum of youth and community needs.

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.

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.

CJBF partners with UCAN Chicago to add a new location for Summer 2025 programming!

CJBF's 2025 Spring season is underway with programs expanding for players and coaches alike!

CJBF welcomes back Soccer Without Borders for another Violence Prevention Coaching Workshop on June 7th at UCAN Chicago in North Lawndale!

The CJ Brown Foundation (CJBF) proudly concluded its Winter programming, which provided 114 young athletes on Chicago’s South Side

Jesse Rosen is the Coaching Director for the CJ Brown Foundation.