Help the VSSL attend June Sports 2023

Amy Cornish is organizing this fundraiser on behalf of Vancouver Street Soccer League.

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The Vancouver Street Soccer League needs your help to send players to a major cultural sports tournament in Alert Bay, BC.

June Sports is an annual Soccer Tournament that is hosted and organized by the ‘Namgis First Nation. Close to 30 players and volunteers from the VSSL will be heading to Alert Bay to participate this year. The village parade and traditional longhouse ceremonies that kick off the tournament resonate deeply with many of our players, particularly those from the Downtown Eastside neighbourhood.

The Vancouver Street Soccer League is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization which reaches out to individuals who have been or currently experiencing the spectrum of houselessness, as well as individuals that are marginalized within their communities, and/or struggle with substance use or mental health conditions.

We address the issue of homelessness, marginalization, and addiction through inclusivity and soccer – believing we can enhance all of our lives through the principles of Fair Play, Community Building, Supportive Partnerships, and Health and Safety.

The long trip up Vancouver Island the natural beauty of Alert Bay, and scenic boat-rides are particularly refreshing and rejuvenating for the players. And the camaraderie forged on the soccer field or at the camping site, while dining over communal meals after a hard-fought match, makes this trip a highlight of the year.

One of the most powerful things about the June Sports tournament is how it allows Indigenous players to reconnect with the community. This is the first year the VSSL will be participating at June Sports since Covid. It’s an important event for the players and it’s been deeply missed!

Please consider donating to help us pay for food, transportation, and camping. The players truly appreciate it. Any questions regarding donations can be directed to Amy, who's contact information is below ⬇

www.vancouverstreetsoccer.com

Thank you for the support!

Experience the June Sports Tournament for yourself here