Stars in the Community
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At Chicago Stars FC, we believe in the power of community. Our mission extends beyond the pitch as we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of our fans, players, and local organizations. With our partners, including Wintrust, we are committed to fostering connections, promoting inclusivity, and empowering individuals through the beautiful game of soccer.
Our Vision
We strive to support a diverse community where everyone feels valued, inspired, and empowered.
Through our community initiatives, we create opportunities for youth development, women in sports, and accessibility to soccer. We work closely with schools, non-profits, and local businesses to bring soccer to the forefront of community life.
"We’re incredibly proud to partner with the Stars and are especially honored to be involved in their player-led initiatives, supporting Sarah's Circle, Women's Business Development Center, and Girls on the Run. As Chicago’s Bank®, we like to get involved with organizations that help improve Chicagoland and we’re at our best when we can support in multiple ways beyond dollars. Together we’re not just investing in the future of sport but in the dreams and aspirations of these young athletes. Let’s go Stars!"
Wendy Schenker
SVP-Chief Marketing Officer at Wintrust
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Player Initiatives
Community Activation
Camps & Clinics
Chicago Stars FC Player Initiatives
At Chicago Stars, our players go beyond the game—they are mentors, leaders, and advocates for positive change. Through hands-on involvement in outreach programs, youth clinics, and local events, they champion values like teamwork, leadership, and respect both on and off the field.
In 2024, the Chicago Stars proudly partnered with Wintrust to launch a player-driven initiative that deepens our impact. Each season, players nominate and collaborate with charitable organizations that align with our club’s mission and values. Together, they bring meaningful community events to life—creating lasting connections and inspiring the next generation.
Community Activation
Our commitment to the community goes far beyond financial support; we’re actively engaging with individuals and families both on and off the pitch.
This includes hosting youth clinics, promoting financial wellness, addressing food insecurity through our partnership with Meijer, and supporting STEM education initiatives alongside CDW and Microsoft Surface. We also create opportunities for fans to connect with our players, helping to foster deeper community ties.
By leaning into these efforts, we’re not just showing up, we’re building meaningful, lasting connections and making a real impact together.
We’re proud to partner with organizations that share our vision. Through these collaborations, youth from underserved communities across Chicago and beyond gain essential life skills, like teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving, through access to quality coaching, organized team sports like soccer, and inspirational engagement with professional athletes.
This includes hosting youth clinics, promoting financial wellness, addressing food insecurity through our partnership with Meijer, and supporting STEM education initiatives alongside CDW and Microsoft Surface. We also create opportunities for fans to connect with our players, helping to foster deeper community ties.
By leaning into these efforts, we’re not just showing up, we’re building meaningful, lasting connections and making a real impact together.
We’re proud to partner with organizations that share our vision. Through these collaborations, youth from underserved communities across Chicago and beyond gain essential life skills, like teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving, through access to quality coaching, organized team sports like soccer, and inspirational engagement with professional athletes.
Camps and Clinics
In 2024, Chicago Stars proudly doubled the amount of club-camps and clinics the club hosted, expanding accessibility to soccer throughout Chicago. Our commitment to making the game accessible to everyone is strengthened through our partnerships with Wintrust and local non-profits. Together, we’re creating more opportunities for players of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy and participate in soccer.
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Ticket Donations
The CRS Cares Foundation was established to provide programming and opportunities designed to empower and uplift members of our community – particularly women and those from marginalized populations – on the field, at the table, and in the community.
Please use this form to request tickets for fundraising raffles, auctions, etc.
Due to the large volume of requests we receive, we ask that requests be submitted at least four weeks prior to events to allow for processing and response. We will get to each request as soon as we are able.
Additionally, please note that we are only able to offer a maximum of one ticket donation per organization per season.
Request DonationDue to the large volume of requests we receive, we ask that requests be submitted at least four weeks prior to events to allow for processing and response. We will get to each request as soon as we are able.
Additionally, please note that we are only able to offer a maximum of one ticket donation per organization per season.
If you are interested in connecting with the Community Department, please reach out to us at community@chicagostars.com
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