Rush Equipment Assisting Children

R.E.A.C.H.

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About R.E.A.C.H.


Rush Equipment Assisting CHildren was established in 2002 as a humanitarian effort within Rush Soccer. Players donate used soccer gear and equipment, such as uniforms, cleats, and soccer balls, which are then shipped to Rush Soccer Clubs around the world. Players and club members are also encouraged to donate their time to help sort, package, and ship gear to less fortunate children around the globe.


At Rush Soccer we believe by instilling our Core Values and allowing our players the opportunity to participate in R.E.A.C.H., we are developing more than just soccer players, but lifelong responsible citizens of the world.

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R.E.A.C.H. Day Equipment Collection


Annually, May 1st is designated as R.E.A.C.H. Day. It was originally established in 2007 when the Colorado State Senate recognized the program for partnering with the US military and donating gear to Iraq and Africa. In the years following, Colorado Rush used May 1st as a collection day for members to donate gear, often in combination with an in-house tournament.



Beginning in 2018, R.E.A.C.H. Day expanded to include all Rush Clubs, both domestic and international. Its purpose is to spread awareness of the program. Clubs are encouraged to participate by posting and sharing messages about their club’s R.E.A.C.H. activity as well as their support for the program on social media and club websites.

 

All R.E.A.C.H. donations & collections will go through your local Rush Soccer club’s R.V.C. (R.E.A.C.H. Volunteer Coordinator).

Don't see an R.V.C. listed for your club? Are you a parent interested in volunteering to be the R.V.C. for your club? Please contact reachcoordinator@rushsoccer.com and we will get you plugged in.

R.E.A.C.H. Scholarship


Rush Soccer offers a R.E.A.C.H. Scholarship to rising college freshmen to aid in their academic pursuits. Applicants are required to have been a R.E.A.C.H. Ambassador within their club for at least 2 years, be in good academic standing, include a personal statement/letter of intent, have 2 letters of recommendation (one academic, one athletic), and exemplify Rush Core Values and the Rush Way. Experience as a Rush Soccer player will also be considered.


The R.E.A.C.H. Scholarship award winner will be announced on May 1st aka R.E.A.C.H. Day!