Football and Life Skills Programme - Education With A Kick

OSCAR Foundation is one of the leading grassroots Sports for Development (S4D) organisations in India. It uses the power of football to encourage children to stay in school and develop essential life skills, making them resilient and future ready.

Since 2010, we have empowered over 25,000 children and youth in low-income communities, providing them with the necessary tools to become role models in their communities.

Our "8 to 18 Football Life Skills" programme aims to provide critical life skills to children, enabling them to not only survive but thrive. By offering mentorship at an early age and creating a fun and safe environment, OSCAR seeks to develop resilient communities where children and youth can become successful role models.

Children in slums and rural areas face significant challenges—caste, gender and poverty often prevent them from reaching their full potential. In India, over 20% of students dropout of school before completing 10th grade, and mental health issues are rising among youth. We believe every child deserves a chance to succeed.

Your contribution will directly support our efforts to break the cycle of poverty and create resilient communities. By funding our program, you help us provide critical mentorship and life skills to children who need it most.