Make an
impact today
Give kids in Oakland the chance to play, grow, and thrive through the beautiful game.
The
problem
Thousands of Oakland kids are being priced out of playing the beautiful game, forcing families to look outside their own neighborhoods for quality coaching and facilities, only to find options that are unattainable.
The result
Kids who love the game never get the chance to play.
Kids with talent never get discovered.
Kids are left without a supportive team environment
Let The Kids Play is here to change that.
Transform a Community.
Empower the Town.
Let The Kids Play.
Your donation makes that possible.
Let’s build a more equitable Oakland together.
Our mission
To empower Oakland youth through free soccer programming, high-quality coaching and mentorship that cultivates leadership, resilience, and growth on and off the pitch.
We believe that every child should have the chance to learn, grow, and feel seen through sport, regardless of financial status or background. That’s why every LTKP program is 100% free, open to all levels, and delivered by professional coaches, former pros, and local community leaders.
We’re building more than soccer players.
We’re building confidence, community, and opportunity.
Where Your Support Goes
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Equipment
The essentials: balls, cones, bibs, goals, and the our kids need to train at a high level.
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Supporting volunteers and coaches
Resources to support volunteers and coaches, ensuring fair pay, proper training, and safety.
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Educational Materials
Take home resources to continue development.
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Expanding capacity
Additional camps and expanded spring and summer sessions.
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Field Access
Reliable, year round access to fields so our kids always have a place to train and play.
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Educational Experiences
Tickets to pro and collegiate games, training visits, and role model exposure.
Our vision for 2026 & beyond
This is more than soccer. It’s community building, opportunity creation, and a pathway to a brighter future.
Annual Free 3-Day Summer Camp x 2
Serving 120 kids with elite training, partnerships, and take-home development materials.
Monthly After-School Sessions
Delivered across Oakland Unified School District to keep kids active, engaged, and supported.
Community Events
Transforming local parks into hubs of play, learning, and connection.
LTKP Experiences
Trips to pro matches, training facilities, and exposure to inspiring role models. ALL FREE FOR FAMILIES
We created LTKP because we know how acts of generosity can change the course of one’s life. We wouldn’t have been afforded the chance to play at a high level without people who gave selflessly with no expectation in return. Now it’s our turn to pay that forward, and yours too.
Why Give?
Soccer is a gift, and Oakland’s youth deserve the chance to experience it fully.
Our Goal: $150,000
Your contribution, whether as an individual or a corporation, fuels everything we do.
Ways to Support
One-time donation
Monthly donation (most impactful)
Corporate sponsorships
Brand partnerships
In-kind support (equipment, facilities, food, hydration)
Volunteer roles
Every contribution moves us closer to letting the kids play!
