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Civic and Social OrganizationsPennsylvania, United States11-50 Employees
Open Field is a civic and social organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on improving the lives and futures of youth through sport. Its Sport-Based Youth Development programming uses soccer to teach education, health, leadership, and life skills to children and teens ages 6-18, with an emphasis on creating safe, inclusive spaces in low-resource neighborhoods and fostering positive youth development through mentor relationships both on and off the field. The organization serves youth from diverse backgrounds and has operated since 2010, engaging thousands of participants through educational programming, mentoring, travel experiences, and cultural exchange in Pittsburgh and in West Africa. Recent collaborations include partnerships with external groups to expand access to soccer gear and engagement in community events, reflecting its approach of leveraging sport to support education and empowerment. Open Field operates within the broader context of sport for development and youth programming, aiming to connect local impact with international outreach through its global team and activities.