The work of the Homeless World Cup Foundation is only possible thanks to the Kind support of our partners, SPonsors AND supporters.
GLOBAL PARTNERS
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Since 2015, the Homeless World Cup has proudly partnered with world leading synthetic turf manufacturer Act Global who supply our annual tournaments with their Extreme Turf.
Act Global is the FIFA Preferred Producer for Football Turf, FIH Preferred Supplier and World Rugby Preferred Producer.
Learn more about Act Global products here.
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FIFA exists to govern football and to develop the game around the world.
Since 2016, the organisation has been fast evolving into a body that can more effectively serve the beautiful game game for the benefit of the entire world.
In August, 2024, FIFA signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Homeless World Cup Foundation.
As part of the MoU, FIFA and the Homeless World Cup Foundation agreed to jointly broadcast future Homeless World Cups on FIFA+, FIFA's streaming platform, while FIFA will also supply material for the tournament and equipment, including medals and trophies.
You can read more on the unique partnership here:
GLOBAL SUPPORTERS
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One of the fastest-growing creative automation platforms in global sport, Azzuu works with leading organisations including UEFA, FIFA, Premier League and ATP Tour to help deliver fast, scalable and multilingual digital content.
The partnership will strengthen the Foundation’s global storytelling, tournament coverage and audience engagement capabilities throughout the road to Mexico City 2026 and beyond.
Find out more about Azzuu
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SmartPA is a global provider of virtual administration, executive PA, and back-office support services, offering outsourced solutions for businesses of all sizes.
SmartPA will offer accredited online training designed to develop professional administrative and workplace skills for Member Countries across the Homeless World Cup community.
The programme will equip learners with practical skills including inbox management, diary organisation, client communication, problem solving and digital security. The training is delivered through short online modules and participants receive a certificate upon completion which can support future employment opportunities
SmartPA’s support will allow members of the Homeless World Cup network to access professional training that strengthens employability and helps open new pathways beyond the pitch.
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FIFPRO, the World’s Football Player’s Union has been a strong supporter of the Homeless World Cup Foundation since 2015.
In addition to supporting our organisation with funding, FIFPRO also sponsor the FIFPRO Fair Play Awards during each Homeless World Cup Tournament, aimed at recognising players who display the values of Fair Play and embrace the spirit of the tournament.
FIFPRO member unions are also supporting some of our local street football organisations in Bulgaria, India, Israel, Norway, England, Ireland, Scotland, Sweden and Switzerland.
Learn more about FIFPRO
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UEFA has been a key partner of the Homeless World Cup Foundation since its founding in 2003 and one of the organisation’s largest contributors.
In addition to financial support UEFA support and celebrate World Homeless Day alongside the Homeless World Cup Foundation and contribute to maintaining and improving relationships between UEFA’s National Associations and the European Homeless World Cup Member Countries.
UEFA’s aim is to support and highlight respect and inclusion in sport of Football through its partnership with the tournament.
Learn more about UEFA
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Cooper Software specialises in implementations, upgrades and support for IFS Cloud, the globally renowned ERP solution.
They aim to make their clients’ enterprise software work for them. Every business is different and Cooper Software specialise in making systems meet the unique needs and wants of each client.
Cooper Software is a long time supporter of the Homeless World Cup Foundation.
Find out more here
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Built specifically for football, Dribl is a world class digital football management platform setting new standards of innovation and delivering value across all levels of the game from grassroots to professional leagues.
Dribl has formed an exciting partnership with the Homeless World Cup and helped revolutionise the tournament’s administration at the Seoul 2024 Homeless World Cup whilst enhancing the football experience for participants and fans worldwide.
Find out more about Dribl
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Genius Sports, a global leader in sports technology, data and fan engagement, has joined the Homeless World Cup Foundation as an Official Supporter.
Genius Sports works with some of the world’s biggest leagues, federations, brands and broadcasters to power the modern sports ecosystem, including the NFL, English Premier League, LigaMX, EA Sports, DAZN and ESPN. Alongside its work across global sport, the company continues to expand its commitment to social impact, employee engagement and community-driven initiatives.
As part of the partnership, Genius Sports will support the Foundation’s global fundraising and awareness activity through a new supporter engagement campaign. The partnership will also include employee initiatives aimed at supporting the Foundation’s work across its international network of 75 Member Countries.
Learn more about Genius Sports
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Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP (MFMac) is a leading independent Scottish law firm, providing clear, practical legal advice to businesses, public bodies, charities and individuals across Scotland and beyond. With offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, MFMac combines scale, deep sector expertise and commercial insight with a modern, client-focused approach.
As Official Legal Supporter, MFMac provides legal expertise and advisory support to the Homeless World Cup Foundation, working closely with the organisation to help it navigate the legal and organisational complexities of operating a tournament of this scale, while supporting its long-term development and sustainability.
Learn more about MFMac
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ScorePlay is your best-in-class media solution that provides an automated architecture to centralise, distribute, and classify your digital assets, whether photos, videos, or live broadcasts.
ScorePlay supported the Homeless World Cup at the recent Oslo 2025 tournament.
For Sports. By Sports.
Networks
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Ashoka builds and cultivates a community of change leaders who see that the world now requires everyone to be a changemaker.
Together, Ashoka and the Homeless World Cup are transforming the new inequality facing societies worldwide into a world where everyone can co-lead solutions for the common good.
Homeless World Cup Co-founder Mel Young is an Ashoka Fellow.
Find out more on about Ashoka on their website
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In partnership with the World Economic Forum, the Schwab Foundation is a leading global platform that convenes a pioneering community of over 400 change-makers and seeks to advance the field of social innovation towards more systemic change.
Homeless World Cup Co-founder Mel Young is a Schwab Fellow of the World Economic Forum.
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Fair Game is the UK’s leading football think tank.
They believe that football can be a force for good and they work with like-minded individuals and organisations to research and develop solutions to the problems our National Game faces.
Find out more here
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Catalyst 2030 is a fast-growing global movement of people and organisations committed to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS) by 2030.
Catalyst 2030 is a key partner in the Homeless World Cup’s Cities Ending Homeless campaign introduced at the Sacramento 2023 Homeless World Cup.
Read more about Cities Ending Homelessness here
Find out more on Catalyst 2030 here
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Football for the Goals is a United Nations initiative that provides a platform for the global football community to engage with and advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
It is an opportunity to build on football’s powerful and influential reach and to work together to become agents of change by aligning messaging, strategies and operations with the aspirations of the SDGs.
Find out more here
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The Homeless World Cup Foundation is one of the founding partners of the Sport and Social Change Alliance.
We have come together to work on, and give voice to, the common aspiration of a sport industry that can be at the heart of social, environmental and economic change.
We know the power that sport has to create social change.
Find out more here
pro-bono suppliers
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Working Word is part of the Homeless World Cup’s Official Network, providing support via their staff and resources to promote the Homeless World Cup.
The PR Week Top 150 agency, who were appointed as the communications agency for the UK & Ireland’s bid to host UEFA EURO 2028, will be supporting the Foundation on a pro-bono basis and send members of staff to support the Homeless World Cup’s communications team at the annual tournament as well as year-round support.
Find out more about Working Word here
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Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) supports the Homeless World Cup at our annual tournament by providing physiotherapists to support the 500 players taking part in the week long tournament.
OsloMet started supporting the Homeless World Cup in 2012.
Over 20,000 students currently study at OsloMet.
For over 200 years, OsloMet and its predecessors have contributed to building knowledge and expertise for the Norwegian welfare society.
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University College Copenhagen (KP) supports the Homeless World Cup at our annual tournament by providing physiotherapists to support the 500 players taking part in the week long tournament.
KP started supporting the Homeless World Cup in 2012.
20,000 students are currently enrolled at KP, and around 2000 staff members are working at KP.
KP offers 23 academic programmes, e.g. in nursing and other health professions, teacher education, early childhood- and social education, and social work
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MILE 44 is a PR, digital, and creative agency dedicated to fueling journeys.
Mile 44, who have been involved with the Homeless World Cup for several years now sent a team to the Seoul 2024 Homeless World Cup to support with media content and bringing the tournament to a global audience through their films and storytelling.
MILE 44 is based in Los Angeles, California.
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