Rush Equipment Assisting Children
R.E.A.C.H.
OutR.E.A.C.H. Humanitarian Trip
Costa Rica Service Trip
Join R.E.A.C.H. for their annual Humanitarian Trip to Costa Rica from April 5th - 12th, 2025! Players aged U14-U19 will help donate and distribute gear at an International Rush club, play soccer, meet fellow Rush players, and engage in community projects to support those in need.
Rush Equipment Assisting Children
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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SPOTLIGHT
April 5th - 12th, 2025
OutR.E.A.C.H. Humanitarian Trip
Player OutR.E.A.C.H. Service Trips provide the opportunity for U14-U19 R.E.A.C.H. Ambassadors to accompany R.E.A.C.H. staff in the donation and distribution process of gear and equipment at one of our International Rush clubs. In addition to bringing gear and equipment, players will see new places, play soccer, meet other Rush players from our International Rush Clubs, and participate in community projects intended to aid those that are in need.
April 5th - 12th, 2025
Costa Rica 2025
Dates: April 5th – 12th, 2025
Ages: All U15 and older players can participate without a chaperone. All U14 and younger players will need to be accompanied by a parent.
Cost: $1750 per person (airfare not included*)
*Participants will book their own flights to arrive at SJO San Jose (Juan Santamaria International Airport – SJO) on 4/5 and depart from LIR Liberia (Daniel Oduber International Airport- LIR) on 4/12. Arrangements can be made for participants to fly with a chaperone out of Denver International Airport or Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport; contact us for more information.
Transportation to and from airports in Costa Rica will be provided.
Deposit Dates:
November 5th, 2024 -Initial $250 deposit per person to secure space and pricing
December 5th, 2024 – 50% of base tour cost due. $750
February 5th, 2025 – Remaining balance due.
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.
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INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
R.E.A.C.H. is a volunteer-driven program. If you have interest in helping change children’s lives and their communities, the R.E.A.C.H. Program needs you! Something as simple as a soccer ball makes a difference, so whether you join R.E.A.C.H. by donating your gear, choose to contribute money for shipping, or give your time by assisting your club with collections, you are R.E.A.C.H.-ing in and changing lives. Contact Our Reach Coordinator and get involved today!
Outreach Coordinator
Cara Murray
Meet the
Outreach Coordinator
Program Partners
In 2016, Chefs4Kids contacted the R.E.A.C.H. Program requesting help in setting up an after-school soccer program as part of their nationwide sustainability project in Haiti. Combining donations from our clubs around the United States, R.E.A.C.H. sent 240 Balls, 650+ jerseys, 240 new T-shirts, nearly 300 pairs of shorts, and an assorted list of equipment to kick-start their program. In schoolyards around Haiti, Chefs4Kids, with the help of Rush Soccer and the R.E.A.C.H. Program, has been able to provide children in Haiti the ability to play the game of soccer in a safe and well-equipped environment.