Join “One Light for Sport,” a transformative campaign led by Caina Cadie, a research project from CIRAS, to empower underprivileged children through the power of sports. Guided by CIRAS’s transdisciplinary protocol for societal transformation, this initiative blends art and advocacy to provide access to sports equipment, facilities, and coaching, fostering physical health, teamwork, and personal growth. Your support helps create brighter futures for children worldwide, one game at a time.
How It Works
Proceeds from Caina Cadie’s vibrant, sports-inspired artwork and merchandise sales directly fund sports programs in underserved communities. Your membership—whether monthly or one-time—supports the provision of essential resources like sports equipment, professional coaching, and safe playing spaces for children who lack access. By partnering with local and global organizations, the campaign ensures sustainable, impactful solutions that align with CIRAS’s vision for systemic societal change through collaborative, cross-sector efforts.
Impact
Your contribution breaks down barriers to sports participation, enabling millions of children to experience the transformative benefits of physical activity. Sports promote physical health, build confidence, and open pathways to education and leadership. Real-world examples demonstrate the campaign’s potential:
- In the United States, the NFL Foundation’s Grassroots Program has invested over $65 million to improve football fields in underserved communities, providing thousands of children with safe spaces to play and develop teamwork skills (NFL Foundation Grassroots Program).
- Globally, the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s Soccer for Success program has served over 700,000 children in underserved areas, teaching soccer fundamentals alongside social, emotional, and life skills, with 88% of participants becoming better teammates (U.S. Soccer Foundation). These initiatives reflect CIRAS’s transdisciplinary approach, combining community engagement, education, and infrastructure to create lasting societal impact.
Membership Benefits
As a “One Light for Sport” member, you’ll enjoy a range of exclusive benefits while supporting a meaningful cause:
- Exclusive Updates: Receive inspiring stories and campaign updates from Caina Cadie, highlighting the children and communities your contributions impact.
- Early Access: Gain priority access to Caina’s sports-themed artwork, including limited-edition prints and merchandise that celebrate the spirit of athleticism.
- Event Invitations: Attend exclusive sporting events, art exhibitions, and community activities hosted by CIRAS and Caina, connecting with a global network of supporters.
- Personalized Recognition: Receive a custom membership certificate and a sports-inspired lapel pin, symbolizing your commitment to empowering young athletes.
- Global Community: Join a worldwide network of change-makers united by CIRAS’s mission for transdisciplinary, systemic transformation, fostering collaboration and shared purpose.
Why It Matters
Sports are a powerful tool for building character, resilience, and community, yet millions of children in underserved areas lack access to basic sports resources. “One Light for Sport,” rooted in CIRAS’s transdisciplinary framework, addresses this gap by ensuring every child has the opportunity to play, learn, and grow. For example, in Brazil, sports programs supported by similar initiatives have increased school attendance by 25%, as children are motivated to stay in school to participate in after-school activities. By supporting this campaign, you contribute to a ripple effect of positive change, empowering young athletes to become future leaders, as seen in programs like Soccer for Success, where 86% of youth demonstrate improved behaviors like staying in school (U.S. Soccer Foundation).
Get Involved
- Donate: A contribution as small as $25 can provide a child with sports equipment or access to a training program, making a tangible difference.
- Advocate: Share #OneLightForSport on social media to raise awareness and inspire others to join the movement, amplifying CIRAS’s call for collective action.
- Join as a Member: Sign up for a membership to unlock exclusive benefits and sustain the campaign’s mission to empower youth through sports.
With Caina Cadie, a CIRAS research project, “One Light for Sport” illuminates the transformative power of sports, creating opportunities for underprivileged children to thrive. Join today and help bring the joy of play to communities worldwide, one game at a time.
