We believe that everyone has a part to play in creating a more equal, tolerant and compassionate society for future generations. We design transformational experiences that use soccer - the world’s common language - to build a new generation of global citizens and support the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
the third half is the world’s first Public Benefit Corporation to combine travel, soccer and the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
Our unparalleled expertise is built on partnership with the world's leading organizations in soccer, travel and social impact.
Soccer is often called ‘the world’s only common language, and it's played and watched by more people, in more countries,
than any other sport.
From the mountains of Africa to the backstreets of Barcelona and the jungles of Brazil, soccer's unique power transcends boundaries of race, culture, and religion.
the third half is a journey of personal transformation that uses soccer to help you understand how the world works, the challenges it faces and how we can solve them together. We use the game to create a level playing field between you and your destination, meaning you can interact with your host community as equals.
Our mission is to improve the lives of boys and girls in underserved communities around the world. We do this by supporting trusted, local, non-profit organizations that use soccer to tackle social issues like gender inequality, youth unemployment, racism and much more. We align our work with the 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development, agreed by world leaders to end extreme poverty, tackle climate change and reduce inequality by 2030.
the third half is not ‘voluntourism.’
We know that what our Local Hosts need most is the means to invest in their own future. That’s why, as a social enterprise, we invest a majority of our profits into helping community-based organizations scale their social impact. Every third half experience creates measurable social impact you can touch and see first-hand.
Soccer teaches you respect for others, allows you to represent yourself in an authentic way, and gives you freedom.
Award-winning social entrepreneur. Ashoka fellow and founder of streetfootballworld. 20 years experience in soccer, startups and social impact.
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Award-winning social innovator, educator and expert in global sport exchanges. 20 years experience in curriculum design and M&E.
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BBC journalist turned social entrepreneur, C-suite at two major soccer nonprofits. 15 years experience in soccer, social impact and education.
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Young International Development professional with a long career ahead. Experienced in sports for integration.
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Founder and CEO of eSoccer, co-founder of Impact Hub Madrid. 15 years experience in educational soccer travel.
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Founder and CEO of Generation adidas International, former VP at Umbro. 20 years experience in soccer, marketing and travel.
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Head soccer coach skilled in Communication, Management, Leadership, and player development. Passionate about film and electronic media.
Read more“People say soccer is a matter of life and death… Let me assure you, it’s much more important than that.”
Bill Shankly
Legendary Coach
