APRIL 11, 2024
WHAT: Legends of Soccer Annual Gala to help raise money for the Philadelphia Union Foundation
WHERE: Crystal Team Room
located on the 9th floor of The Wanamaker Building
ADDRESS: 100 E Penn Square #9B, Philadelphia, PA 19107
WHEN: Thursday April 11, 2024
ATTIRE: Cocktail
THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 LEGENDS OF SOCCER SPONSORS
PLATINUM PRESENTING SPONSORS
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GOLD SPONSORS
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Thank you Prime Food Distributor for donating the 400 filet mignon steaks our guest will be enjoying on April 11!
THE JAY AND KELLY SUGARMAN FOUNDATION
SILVER SPONSORS
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JOIN US
Join us at the heart of Philadelphia's vibrant soccer community as we embark on yet another spectacular evening at the Legends of Soccer Fundraising Gala, held at the iconic Crystal Tea Room on April 11, 2024. By partnering with us, sponsoring the event, contributing exclusive auction items, or volunteering your time, you aren't merely supporting a gala; you're championing a cause that uplifts entire communities and transforms lives through the beautiful game. Dive deep into an experience where every action echoes far beyond the pitch, creating lasting impacts in the children of Chester and its neighborhoods. Be an integral part of this journey, shoulder-to-shoulder with luminaries and legends, and together, let's amplify soccer's profound potential to make a difference. Your involvement will not just elevate the event – it will etch your mark in a legacy of community betterment and soccer's ever-growing narrative in America.
OUR 2023 GALA
At the illustrious Crystal Tea Room in the heart of Philadelphia's Wanamaker Building, the Philadelphia Union Foundation celebrated a triumphant evening, securing an impressive $282,000 at its Legends of Soccer Fundraising Gala in April 2023
These funds, passionately raised with a vision to transform lives through the universal language of soccer, will empower the Foundation's key initiatives. Notably, the iAM Project stands out, aimed at bolstering the dreams of Chester's high school students. Additionally, the funds will fuel the creation of mini-pitches across Philadelphia, bolster soccer programs in Chester, and uplift the surrounding communities with numerous other ventures.
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The evening was adorned by the recognition of Legends of Soccer in Philadelphia: Dan Hilferty, the spearhead of Philadelphia Soccer 2026; the voice of the game, JP Dellacamera, Philadelphia Union Commentator; and Chris Branscome, the dynamic CEO of the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association. Each of these luminaries was honored not just for their unparalleled contribution to American soccer, but also for ensuring that soccer's magic reaches far beyond the green expanse of the pitch.
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Paul Howard, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Union Foundation, expressed his elation, "Tonight wasn't just about recognizing the monumental contributions of Dan, JP, and Chris to soccer in Philadelphia. It was a heartfelt celebration of soccer's capacity to transform lives. The Gala, year after year, serves as a testament to the unyielding power of the sport, and every penny raised propels our Foundation's mission to touch even more lives."