Governance & Transparency

At love.fútbol, we believe that how we work is just as important as what we do.

Values like inclusion, transparency, accountability, and integrity are foundational to our existence, and we are committed to continuing to learn and seek excellence daily, as we stay true to our mission of building community-driven sports spaces around the world.

This page outlines how we are governed, how we make decisions, and how we ensure responsible stewardship of the trust placed in us by communities, partners, and supporters.

Our Governance

love.fútbol operates through a global governance structure designed to ensure strategic alignment, accountability, and strong local leadership.

Our governance model includes:

  • Global Board
     Provides strategic oversight, safeguards the mission, and supports long-term sustainability.
  • Regional and Country Boards
     Provide local governance, strengthen partnerships, and ensure alignment with local contexts.
  • Executive Leadership
     Leads the day-to-day operations, implements strategy, and ensures organizational effectiveness.

This structure allows us to operate as a globally connected organization, while remaining deeply rooted in the communities we serve.

Our Board

love.fútbol’s governance is supported by a network of board members across different levels, reflecting our global structure and local leadership approach.

Our boards bring together diverse perspectives, expertise, and networks to support the growth and impact of our work.

Our Board Structure

  • Global Board
     Provides strategic oversight, safeguards the mission, and supports the long-term vision and sustainability of love.fútbol.
  • Regional and Country Boards
     Provide local governance, strengthen partnerships, and ensure alignment with the communities and contexts where we operate.
  • Development Boards
     Support fundraising, partnerships, and network expansion, helping connect love.fútbol with new opportunities and collaborators.
  • Advisory Network
     A group of trusted advisors who contribute expertise across areas such as governance, finance, partnerships, communications, and community development.

They play a key role in:

  • guiding strategic direction
  • supporting partnerships and fundraising
  • strengthening governance and accountability

Our Mission & Values

Mission
 love.fútbol partners with communities worldwide to create, reclaim, and redefine sports spaces as platforms for youth development, community engagement, and social impact.

Vision
 A world where all generations can access and enjoy the full potential of public sports spaces.

Values
 Our work is guided by a set of core values that shape how we collaborate and lead:

  • Trust and transparency
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Empathy and respect
  • Passion and purpose
  • Innovation
  • Global connection
  • Commitment to social justice
  • Authenticity and simplicity
  • Sustainability
  • Well-being and growth

People, Culture & Inclusion

Our vision can only be realized if it is truly inclusive.

Over the years, we have been evolving and embedding these principles across our entire organization. Inclusion and gender equity are not standalone initiatives. They are part of our DNA and how we think, design, deliver, and sustain our work. They shape every space we build, every partnership we form, and every experience we are part of.

We continue to strengthen our institutional commitment, ensuring that inclusion is consistently translated into action, measured through results, and sustained over time.

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Safeguarding Commitment

The safety and well-being of children and communities are at the center of everything we do.

love.fútbol maintains a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy designed to ensure that all programs provide safe, respectful, and inclusive environments.

This includes:

  • screening and background checks for individuals working with youth
  • training and awareness on child protection
  • clear procedures for reporting and responding to concerns

We are committed to continuously strengthening our safeguarding practices as we grow.

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Ethics & Code of Conduct

love.fútbol is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

We have a Code of Conduct that applies to our team, board members, partners, and collaborators, covering:

  • ethical behavior and professional standards
  • conflicts of interest
  • anti-corruption practices
  • respect, inclusion, and non-discrimination
  • responsible use of organizational resources

We strive to create an environment of trust, respect, and accountability across all aspects of our work.

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Financial Transparency

We are committed to the responsible and transparent management of resources entrusted to us.

Our financial practices are guided by internal policies and controls that ensure:

  • accountability in the use of funds
  • alignment with donor and partner requirements
  • efficient and effective resource allocation

Each year, we share key financial and impact information through:

Listening & Accountability

We believe that strong organizations are built on listening.

We welcome feedback, concerns, and suggestions from communities, partners, volunteers, and team members.

If you would like to:

  • report a safeguarding concern
  • raise an ethical issue
  • share feedback about a project or experience
  • report inappropriate behavior
  • suggest improvements

please contact us at:

All messages are handled with care, respect, and confidentiality, and reviewed by our leadership team.

Continuous Improvement

As love.fútbol grows, we are committed to continuously strengthening our governance, transparency, and accountability practices.

We see this as an ongoing journey that helps us better build trust with partners and advance our mission in a responsible and sustainable way.