U.S. Soccer Foundation
Sarah Pickens has a diverse work experience with a focus on programs and education. Sarah most recently worked at the U.S. Soccer Foundation, where they started as the Director of Programs in 2006 and worked their way up to become the Associate Vice President of Programs. Currently, they hold the position of Vice President, Programs. Prior to their time at the U.S. Soccer Foundation, Sarah served as an Adjunct Faculty Member at Georgetown University from 2012 to 2017. Sarah also gained experience as an Assistant to the Senior Vice President at the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, they served as the Interim Assistant to the President and CEO at the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education from 2004 to 2005. Early in their career, Sarah worked as a Recreation Coordinator at Yellowstone National Park, Co-op Recreation in 2004.
Sarah Pickens attended the Greensboro Day School from 1994 to 1998. After completing high school, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Duke University from 1998 to 2002. In 2002, Sarah briefly attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to participate in the Carolina Business Institute. Subsequently, they pursued a Masters degree in International Education at The George Washington University from 2004 to 2006. Currently, Sarah is enrolled at the University of Maryland, where they are working towards a Doctor of Philosophy - PhD in International Education Policy, starting in 2021.
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U.S. Soccer Foundation
The U.S. Soccer Foundation was established in 1994 as the major charitable arm of soccer in the United States. It is our mission to enhance, assist, and grow the sport of soccer in the United States, with a special emphasis on underserved communities. At the U.S. Soccer Foundation, we use our game as a vehicle to create positive social change in the communities where the need is greatest. We ensure that girls and boys living in underserved communities have access to evidence-based soccer programming that delivers positive health and youth development outcomes and safe places to play right in their neighborhoods. We are currently providing children in over 410 communities across the country with physical activity, nutrition education, and mentorship through our Soccer for Success program. Our Safe Places to Play program supports the development of safe places to play, grow, and learn, ensuring that children have easy and affordable access to quality soccer programs that support their physical and personal development. In 2017, we launched It’s Everyone’s Game, a campaign to inspire and empower the nation to drive the change that ensures children living in underserved communities enjoy the health and youth development outcomes of the game. In partnership with communities, municipalities, and corporate partners across the country, we aim to reach one million children annually in Soccer for Success and build 1,000 safe play spaces by 2026. Together, we can translate our love of soccer into positive change that improves lives and revitalizes communities. Join the movement at itseveryonesgame.org.