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When ISL Foundation had the opportunity to work alongside Sil Ganzó (Founder and Executive Director) and ourBRIDGE for KIDS (Charlotte, NC) we jumped at the chance.
ourBRIDGE for KIDS is a not-for-profit organization that supports refugee and immigrant communities in Charlotte by offering a one-of-a-kind enrichment program for newly arrived and 1st generation American children. They advocate for the success, happiness and fair treatment of all immigrant families as they acculturate to the United States.
As a family ourselves, ISL is made up of a team of people with ties to different parts of the world, including Brazil, Mexico, Spain, South Africa, United Kingdom, etc… so being able to partner up with ourBRIDGE has always been a privilege for us to be a part of.
Recently we had the opportunity, in conjunction with our partnership with Xavi Hernandez (FC Barcelona) and toc ball to spend an afternoon with the kids, as part of a better health initiative for juveniles that involves getting them off the couch and away from any electronic devices, to be more active outdoors.
We were beyond grateful to Xavi and toc ball for their generous contribution of 50 trainers for each of the kids to go home with and begin learning new skills, which will be both beneficial to their health and when getting out on the field to play.
To learn more about ourBRIDGE for KIDS and how you can get involved please follow this link https://www.joinourbridge.org/
Thiago Alcantara and his partnered charity, Zikkomo, were seeking the opportunity to put together a special benefit event with the ultimate goal of raising donations for underserved students in Malawi. In order to achieve their vision, ISL Foundation were trusted to develop, plan, organize, and execute their vision.
Thiago Alcantara is one of the worlds biggest soccer stars. The Spanish National team player has played at some of the worlds biggest clubs like FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Thiago, with his wife, is passionate about giving back to those less fortunate.
Thiago Alcantara’s partner charity, Zikkomo, is a non-profit charitable organization with the aim of improving and financing the education of children in Malawi and Catalonia. Zikkomo believe that quality education is the building block to the strength of a nation, and helping children achieve their education will help improve their country.
Thiago Alcantara and Zikkomo had a vision to put together a special soccer event that would raise funds for children’s education in Malawi. The clients knew they wanted to put on a special event, but were unsure what kind of soccer event to put on. They knew an organization experienced in event management, among other capabilities, was needed to execute their vision.
Utilizing the services of ISL and ISL Foundation, Thiago Alcantara and Zikkomo achieved their goal of hosting a soccer event which would raise funds for education funding in Malawi, successfully raising over $20,000.
We are proud to announce the renewal of our partnership with Club Esportiu Europa, continuing as the club’s Official Sponsor for the 2025/26 season through the ISL Foundation.
The agreement was officially signed at the Nou Sardenya stadium, where Hèctor Ibar, the club’s president, and Àlex Isern, ISL co-founder and CEO.
CE Europa is a historic neighborhood club in Barcelona, widely respected for its excellence in developing local talent and its unwavering commitment to diversity and community.
Beyond that, it holds deep personal meaning for us at ISL because it’s where our founders, Àlex Isern and Marc Segarra, met as children playing in the youth academy, building a friendship rooted in the game that would eventually give rise to ISL. Between 2007 and 2010, Isern proudly wore the Europa shirt in 102 official matches, earning a spot in the club’s First Team.
For ISL, it’s an honor to support an institution that truly understands the value of grassroots soccer and the power of sport to connect people.
We’re proud to be part of the Europa family once again.