U.S. Soccer Foundation
Zach Riggle has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and industries. Zach started their career as a Media & Public Relations Intern at Saginaw Spirit in 2007. In 2008, they worked as a Client Representation Intern at CSE and as a Community Affairs Intern at Detroit Tigers in 2009.
Zach's professional trajectory took a turn towards the sports industry, as they joined the U.S. Soccer Foundation in 2010. Zach held various positions there, including Communication & Marketing Fellow, Program Coordinator, Program Officer, Senior Program Officer, Assistant Director of Operations, and Director of Operations. In their roles, Zach managed financial operations, implemented online technology solutions to expand program reach, and oversaw grants and funding for youth development programs. Zach also played a crucial part in adapting HR and workplace strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In 2022, Zach became the Senior Director of Finance & Administration at the U.S. Soccer Foundation. Zach is responsible for leading financial oversight of a $12 million operating budget and $40 million endowment. Additionally, they track key performance indicators and provides financial and strategic analyses to the C-Suite and Board of Directors.
Overall, Zach Riggle has demonstrated a strong commitment to youth development, sports programming, and financial management throughout their career.
Zach Riggle attended Denison University from 2005 to 2009, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication.
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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.