Atlanta Launches Visa Street Soccer Park to Cement 2026 World Cup Legacy
The new park will blend soccer, education and family programming on a reclaimed site, offering youth a safe space to play and learn.
Jul 25, 2026
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Arthur Blank’s Soccer Empire: From Home Depot to MLS and Beyond
Arthur Blank’s journey from a Queens apartment to a billionaire philanthropist is defined by his relentless push to grow soccer in the United States, from building Mercedes‑Benz Stadium to funding a national training center.
Jun 8, 2026
Soccer in the Streets Fundraiser Raises $200,000 for Atlanta Youth Programs
The recent Soccer in the Streets event in Atlanta generated over $200,000 for youth programming, engaging more than 100 children in sports and science activities, with Amazon pledging $100,000 and the mayor underscoring the tournament’s community benefits.
Jun 3, 2026
Amazon, Mayor Dickens, and Soccer in the Streets Launch Summer Soccer‑STEM Clinic for Atlanta Youth
Amazon and city leaders brought a free soccer and STEM clinic to over 100 Atlanta youths, pairing athletic drills with hands‑on science activities and announcing new scholarship and youth‑development funding.
Jun 3, 2026