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Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Overview:
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a global nonprofit organization founded in 1954, dedicated to leading every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. With a vision to see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes, FCA operates in over 90 countries, engaging individuals at all levels of sport—from youth leagues to professional arenas.

Mission and Services:
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) exists to lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church, guided by the core values of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence. Emphasizing Christ-like wholeness and unity, To fulfill its mission, FCA provides a wide range of programs that engage, equip, and empower participants, including Huddles for Bible study and fellowship, athletic Camps that promote spiritual and physical growth, impactful Events like “Fields of Faith,” and access to Resources that support discipleship, leadership development, and ongoing faith formation.

Impact:
In the 2023 fiscal year, FCA reported over 51,000 faith decisions and facilitated more than 20,000 Huddles. The organization served over 9 million coaches and athletes, demonstrating significant growth and outreach. FCA’s commitment to making a lasting impact is evident in its dedication to using sports as a platform for spiritual transformation.

Location: Kansas City
Fundraising Scope: International
YMCA of the USA

Overview:
The YMCA of the USA is a leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities by fostering youth development, promoting healthy living, and advancing social responsibility. Established in 1851, the Y operates over 2,600 local Ys across the United States, serving more than 22 million individuals annually in 10,000 communities nationwide .

Mission and Services:
Guided by Christian principles, the Y’s mission is to build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The organization upholds core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, ensuring that programs and services are accessible to individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life .

Impact:
The Y’s impact is far-reaching and profound. Each year, the organization mobilizes approximately 570,000 volunteers who contribute their time and talent to local Ys across the country . Additionally, Ys provide over 12,000 scholarships annually to teach children life-saving water safety skills, and offer programs that support individuals in improving job-readiness and earning potential through adult literacy, GED preparation, and job training .

Location: Chicago
Fundraising Scope: National
Salvation Army USA

Overview: 
The Salvation Army USA is a Christian-based charitable organization providing social services to more than 30 million Americans each year. Founded in 1865 and active in the U.S. since 1880, it offers support in areas such as homelessness, disaster relief, addiction recovery, and poverty alleviation.

Mission and Services:
To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs without discrimination. The Salvation Army offers shelter for the homeless, food pantries, job training, rehabilitation centers, and emergency assistance during natural disasters and crises.

Impact:
Operating in every U.S. zip code, The Salvation Army is one of the most effective direct-service nonprofits in the country. It responds to major disasters, provides millions of meals annually, and offers spiritual guidance and rehabilitation for people battling addiction and hardship.

Location: Alexandria
Fundraising Scope: International