Alex Foppoli Memorial Fútbol Festival & Scholarship Fund
"Play for Alex. Play for Opportunity."
Event Information
Spring 2027
Afrim's Sports Park
The Alex Foppoli Memorial Fútbol Festival is a community soccer celebration created to honor Alex's love for the game while helping provide opportunities for children who may not otherwise be able to afford club soccer, camps, training, or equipment.
Unlike a traditional tournament, the Fútbol Festival is designed as an inclusive, family-friendly community event where players of all ages and skill levels can come together to play, compete, learn, and celebrate the beautiful game.
The day will feature interactive soccer activities, skills competitions, pickup games, music, food trucks, community partners, and memorial elements honoring Alex's passion, heart, and spirit.
All proceeds directly support the Alex Foppoli Soccer Scholarship Fund, helping local children gain access to soccer opportunities regardless of financial circumstances.
Festival Activities
Penalty Kick Challenge
Test your accuracy and nerves with our exciting penalty shootout competition.
Shooting & Accuracy Games
Aim for targets and compete for the highest score in our shooting challenges.
Skills & Dribbling Challenges
Show off your footwork through fun obstacle courses and dribbling drills.
Small-Sided Pickup Games
Join friendly matches with players of all skill levels throughout the day.
"Play for Alex" Memorial Area
A special space to honor Alex and learn about his love for the beautiful game.
Additional activities may include:
Food trucks & refreshmentsSoccer freestyle demonstrationsRaffles & giveawaysMusic & entertainmentCommunity vendor boothsScholarship information station
About the Alex Foppoli Scholarship Fund
The Alex Foppoli Scholarship Fund was created to honor Alex's passion for soccer, leadership, community, and helping others. Alex loved the game deeply — especially Argentine soccer — and believed in bringing people together through energy, confidence, kindness, and connection.
The scholarship fund supports young athletes who demonstrate:
Passion for soccer
Leadership and community involvement
Strong character and sportsmanship
Financial need
A desire to positively impact others
Scholarships may help cover:
Club soccer fees
Camps and training
Uniforms and equipment
Development opportunities
Our goal is to create opportunities for children who simply need a chance to play.
Why Sponsor the Fútbol Festival?
Your sponsorship helps make soccer accessible for children in our community while aligning your business with a meaningful local cause centered around youth, wellness, inclusion, and opportunity.
Sponsors will benefit from:
Community visibility with local families and athletes
Brand exposure through event marketing and social media
Positive community engagement
Association with youth development and accessibility initiatives
Opportunities to connect directly with attendees during the event
Sponsorship Opportunities
WORLD CUP PRESENTING SPONSOR
– $10,0001 Available
"Alex Foppoli Memorial Fútbol Festival Presented by [Sponsor Name]"
• Premier logo placement on all event materials, shirts, signage, and digital promotions
• Largest logo placement at festival entrance and activity areas
• Exclusive branded activation area or booth space
• Opportunity to speak during opening ceremony
• Featured sponsor recognition in all press and media outreach
• Dedicated social media spotlight campaign
• Logo featured on scholarship materials and website
• 20 VIP event passes
• Custom appreciation plaque from Alex's family
GOLDEN BOOT SPONSOR
– $5,000
• Large logo placement on festival signage and event shirts
• Branding at a featured activity zone (Penalty Kick Challenge, Dribbling Zone, etc.)
• Vendor booth opportunity
• Dedicated sponsor spotlight on social media
• Recognition during festival announcements
• Featured logo on website and digital promotions
• 10 VIP event passes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SPONSOR
– $2,500
• Medium logo on signage and shirts
• Sponsor recognition at one festival station
• Social media shoutout
• Logo on website and event materials
• 6 VIP event passes
• Recognition during sponsor appreciation announcements
HAT TRICK SPONSOR
– $1,500
• Logo placement on sponsor banner and signage
• Opportunity to sponsor a specific challenge station
• Social media thank you post
• Name/logo featured on website
• 4 VIP event passes
PLAY LIKE ALEX SPONSOR
– $750
• Helps directly support scholarship recipients
• Name/logo displayed in memorial area or scholarship station
• Social media thank you post
• Recognition in printed event materials
• 2 VIP event passes
FÚTBOL FRIEND SPONSOR
– $400
• Name listed on sponsor banner
• Name featured on website
• Group social media thank you
• Recognition during sponsor announcements
COMMUNITY KICKER SPONSOR
– $250
• Name displayed on event signage
• Name listed on website sponsor page
• Group sponsor recognition on social media
Activity Sponsorship Opportunities
Businesses may also sponsor individual festival activities:
Penalty Kick Challenge Sponsor
Dribbling Challenge Sponsor
Shooting Accuracy Sponsor
Pickup Games Sponsor
Hydration Station Sponsor
Player Lounge Sponsor
Music & Entertainment Sponsor
Food Court Sponsor
Memorial Area Sponsor
Custom sponsorship packages are available.
Community Reach
The Fútbol Festival will be promoted through:
Regional soccer clubs
Schools throughout the Capital Region
Social media campaigns
Community Facebook groups and event pages
Local media and radio outreach
Youth athletic organizations
Sponsor cross-promotion opportunities
The event is expected to attract local families, youth players, coaches, community leaders, and soccer enthusiasts from across the Capital Region.
Honoring Alex
The Fútbol Festival is rooted in celebrating Alex's energy, love for soccer, leadership, and community spirit. Memorial elements throughout the day may include:
"Play for Alex" memorial area
Argentina-themed tributes
Sportsmanship recognition awards
Memory wall and family reflections
Scholarship recognition moments
Community storytelling opportunities
Contact Information
Alex Foppoli Memorial Scholarship Fund
Guilderland, NY
For sponsorship opportunities, donations, or partnership inquiries: